May weather forecast
Birmingham, MI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Birmingham, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). The month of May records an average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) in Birmingham.

Humidity

In Birmingham, Michigan, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Birmingham, Michigan, is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Birmingham aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.1 snowfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Birmingham, Michigan, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:03 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In Birmingham, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Birmingham?

During May, Birmingham experiences an average high-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and a low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, Michigan, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

What is the rainiest month in Birmingham?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Birmingham. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Birmingham in May?

In Birmingham, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Birmingham?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Birmingham, Michigan. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Birmingham aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Birmingham have in May?

The average day length in May in Birmingham, Michigan, is 14h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Birmingham?

On the first day of May in Birmingham, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:03 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Birmingham have in May?

In Birmingham, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Birmingham?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Birmingham is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Birmingham, MI

Average temperature in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Birmingham, MI

Average pressure in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Birmingham, MI

Average wind speed in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Birmingham, MI

Average humidity in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Birmingham, MI

Average rainfall in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in May
Birmingham, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Birmingham, MI

Average snowfall in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Birmingham, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 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
Birmingham, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Birmingham, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Birmingham, MI

Average UV index in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Birmingham, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Birmingham, MI

Average visibility in May - Birmingham, MI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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