May weather forecastFort Wayne, IN
May
Weather in May
Throughout May, days in Fort Wayne, Indiana, become notably warmer heralding the approach of summer. A mere trace of snow caps the month’s precipitation figures at 0.04" (1mm) making it the last of the zeros for the year. As daylight and sunshine hours peak, the city basks under the clear blue skies. With no sign of snow, nature flourishes under the extended sunshine, adding to the city's overall charm. As the weather continues to improve, outdoor activities and social events are aplenty, making May an energetic and delightful period.Temperature
The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C) in April to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). In Fort Wayne, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C).Humidity
In Fort Wayne, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Fort Wayne, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, there are 151.9 rainfall days, and 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Fort Wayne. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Fort Wayne aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Fort Wayne, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 12.68" (322mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 30min.On the first day of May in Fort Wayne, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 9:06 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Fort Wayne is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average wind speed in May: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").
Average rainfall days in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Fort Wayne, IN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and August (5mi).
