May weather forecast
West Elwood, IN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in West Elwood, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

In West Elwood, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). In West Elwood, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in West Elwood is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.1 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Elwood, Indiana. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Elwood aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Elwood, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 9:06 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Elwood, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in West Elwood is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in West Elwood?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in West Elwood, Indiana, are 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in West Elwood?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in West Elwood?

The month with the most rainfall in West Elwood, Indiana, is May, when the rain falls for 21.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in West Elwood in May?

In West Elwood, Indiana, in May, during 21.1 rainfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in West Elwood?

May is the last month it regularly snows in West Elwood, Indiana. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Elwood aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in West Elwood?

The average day length in May in West Elwood is 14h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in West Elwood?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Elwood, Indiana, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 9:06 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in West Elwood?

In May, the average sunshine duration in West Elwood is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in West Elwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Elwood, IN

Average temperature in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°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 (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
West Elwood, IN

Average pressure in May - West Elwood, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
West Elwood, IN

Average wind speed in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in May
West Elwood, IN

Average humidity in May - West Elwood, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
West Elwood, IN

Average rainfall in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in May
West Elwood, IN

Average rainfall days in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
West Elwood, IN

Average snowfall in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
West Elwood, IN

Average snowfall days in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Elwood, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Elwood, IN
  • 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 4min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
West Elwood, IN

Average sunshine days in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
West Elwood, IN

Average UV index in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
West Elwood, IN

Average cloud cover in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
West Elwood, IN

Average visibility in May - West Elwood, IN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).

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