May weather forecast
Springfield, OH

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Weather in May

May welcomes a warm season with temperatures rising gracefully in Springfield. Showers replace snowfall entirely, emphasizing the greater extent of the spring season. A total amount of rainfall stands at 4.06" (103mm), making May the month with the highest precipitation. While there may be a few rainy days, the warmer weather and extended daylight hours make May an excellent time for visitors. The lush, vivid-green natural landscapes that come with this season can indeed be a delightful spectacle.

Temperature

May in Springfield, Ohio, brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Springfield sees an average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) during May.

Humidity

In Springfield, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Springfield. Rain falls for 19.8 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Springfield, Ohio. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Springfield aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.5 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Springfield, Ohio, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of May, in Springfield, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Springfield?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Springfield, is 71.2°F (21.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Springfield?

The average relative humidity in May in Springfield is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Springfield?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Springfield, Ohio. Rain falls for 19.8 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Springfield?

In Springfield, in May, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 4.06" (103mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Springfield?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Springfield, Ohio. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Springfield aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Springfield?

The average day length in May in Springfield, Ohio, is 14h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Springfield?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Springfield?

The average sunshine duration in May in Springfield is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Springfield?

In Springfield, Ohio, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Springfield, OH

Average temperature in May - Springfield, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Springfield, OH

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Springfield, OH

Average wind speed in May - Springfield, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Springfield, OH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Springfield, OH

Average rainfall in May - Springfield, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Springfield, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Springfield, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Springfield, OH

Average snowfall in May - Springfield, OH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Springfield, OH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Springfield, OH
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Springfield, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Springfield, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Springfield, OH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Springfield, OH

Average cloud cover in May - Springfield, OH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Springfield, OH

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

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

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