May weather forecast
Oberlin, OH

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An old stone building in a university campus of liberal arts, located in Oberlin, Ohio
An old stone building in a university campus of liberal arts, located in Oberlin, Ohio

Weather in May

May showcases the full glory of spring, accompanied by a significant increase in temperatures in Oberlin, Ohio. Soft sunshine becomes more regular, smoothing the transition into the upcoming summer. The city records no snowfall in May, marking the definitive end of winter. The resurgence of greenery, harmonized with pleasant weather conditions, enhances the city's aesthetic appeal. As the sun warms up the land, the cityscape of Oberlin transforms under the influence of May's temperate climate.

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). Oberlin's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Oberlin, in May, it is raining for 18.6 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Oberlin, there are 177.7 rainfall days, and 33.98" (863mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

In Oberlin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Oberlin in May has an average high-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.6 days. Throughout May, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:55 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Oberlin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Oberlin, OH

Average temperature in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Oberlin, OH

Average pressure in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Oberlin, OH

Average wind speed in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Oberlin, OH

Average humidity in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Oberlin, OH

Average rainfall in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Oberlin, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Oberlin, OH

Average snowfall in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Oberlin, OH

Average snowfall days in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Oberlin, OH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oberlin, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Oberlin, OH

Average UV index in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Oberlin, OH

Average cloud cover in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Oberlin, OH

Average visibility in May - Oberlin, OH
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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