Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's mild 60.3°F (15.7°C) to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). The average low-temperature, in May, is a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In West Lafayette, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In West Lafayette, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:50 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in West Lafayette is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in West Lafayette in May?
What is the average humidity in May in West Lafayette?
What is the rainiest month in West Lafayette?
How many days does it rain in May in West Lafayette?
When it does not snow in West Lafayette?
Does it snow in West Lafayette in May?
What is the average length of the day in May in West Lafayette?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in West Lafayette?
How many hours of sunshine does West Lafayette have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in West Lafayette?
Average temperature in May
West Lafayette, OH
- Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).
Average pressure in May
West Lafayette, OH
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
West Lafayette, OH
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
West Lafayette, OH
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
West Lafayette, OH
- Average rainfall in May: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
West Lafayette, OH
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
West Lafayette, OH
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
West Lafayette, OH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Lafayette, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
West Lafayette, OH
- Average sunshine days in May: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in May
West Lafayette, OH
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
West Lafayette, OH
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
West Lafayette, OH
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
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