May weather forecast
East Chicago, IN

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Weather in May

May in East Chicago signals the advent of summer warmth and consistent rainfall. The gradual warming trend continues, with temperatures rising from 51.4°F (10.8°C) to 64.9°F (18.3°C). Even more noticeable is the hike in rainfall levels, topping at 3.35" (85mm). It is a transition month between the refreshing spring and the impending summer, marked by wet and humid conditions. With increased sunshine and daylight durations, residents get a foretaste of the forthcoming summer heat.

Temperature

May sees a temperature increase, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). During May, East Chicago sees a mean low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in East Chicago is 78%.

Rainfall

In East Chicago, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in East Chicago, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in East Chicago.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in East Chicago is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, in East Chicago, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in East Chicago, Indiana, is 8.8h.

UV index

In East Chicago, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for East Chicago in May?

During May, East Chicago experiences an average high-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) and a low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in East Chicago?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in East Chicago in May?

In East Chicago, Indiana, in May, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in East Chicago?

May through September are months without snowfall in East Chicago.

Does it snow in East Chicago in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does East Chicago have in May?

The average day length in May in East Chicago, Indiana, is 14h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in East Chicago?

On the first day of May in East Chicago, Indiana, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does East Chicago have in May?

In East Chicago, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in East Chicago?

In East Chicago, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
East Chicago, IN

Average temperature in May - East Chicago, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
East Chicago, IN

Average pressure in May - East Chicago, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in May
East Chicago, IN

Average wind speed in May - East Chicago, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
East Chicago, IN

Average humidity in May - East Chicago, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
East Chicago, IN

Average rainfall in May - East Chicago, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in May
East Chicago, IN

Average rainfall days in May - East Chicago, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
East Chicago, IN

Average snowfall in May - East Chicago, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
East Chicago, IN

Average snowfall days in May - East Chicago, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
East Chicago, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Chicago, IN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
East Chicago, IN

Average sunshine days in May - East Chicago, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
East Chicago, IN

Average UV index in May - East Chicago, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
East Chicago, IN

Average cloud cover in May - East Chicago, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
East Chicago, IN

Average visibility in May - East Chicago, 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).

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