May weather forecastAnderson, IN
May
Weather in May
May introduces Anderson to a substantial jump in temperature and rainfall averages. This month is characterized by more rainfall days, around 17.6 on average, compared to previous months. It signals the start of locally grown produce in farmer markets due to favorable weather conditions. Picnics and outdoor festivals begin to populate the city's calendar, proving May to be a popular month for outdoor leisure activities. However, residents and tourists are advised to carry light rain jackets due to unpredictable showers.Temperature
The beginning of May in Anderson signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). The low-temperature in Anderson averages to a cool 55°F (12.8°C) during the nights of May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Anderson, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.On the first day of May in Anderson, Indiana, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 9:05 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in May
Anderson, IN
- Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Anderson, IN
- Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Anderson, IN
- Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Anderson, IN
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Anderson, IN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.14").
Average rainfall days in May
Anderson, IN
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Anderson, IN
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Anderson, IN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Anderson, IN
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Anderson, IN
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Anderson, IN
- 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
Anderson, IN
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Anderson, IN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
