May weather forecastCarmel, IN
May
Weather in May
The weather in May displays advancements towards summer, characterized by longer days and rising temperatures. At this time, temperatures continue to climb, contributing to an increase in the relative humidity to 78%, causing a warm, almost tropical atmosphere. This month sees a significant rise in rainfall from April with precipitation levels reaching 1.85" (47mm), which is the highest so far in the year. May in Carmel is often seen as a month of transition towards more stable, summer-like conditions, which will come in full swing in the subsequent months.Temperature
The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Carmel, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.2 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Carmel, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:06 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Carmel, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Carmel, IN
- Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Carmel, IN
- Average pressure in May: 29.97"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
Carmel, IN
- Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in May
Carmel, 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
Carmel, IN
- Average rainfall in May: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").
Average rainfall days in May
Carmel, IN
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Carmel, IN
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Carmel, IN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Carmel, 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 30min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Carmel, IN
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Carmel, IN
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Carmel, IN
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Carmel, IN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
