May weather forecast
Buchanan, MI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Buchanan, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in April to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). Throughout May, Buchanan registers a consistent average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Buchanan is 79%.

Rainfall

In Buchanan, Michigan, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buchanan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.9 days and collects up to 20.04" (509mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buchanan, Michigan, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Buchanan, Michigan. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Buchanan aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Buchanan, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.5 days and aggregates up to 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of May, in Buchanan, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 9:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Buchanan, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Buchanan is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Buchanan?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Buchanan?

The average relative humidity in May in Buchanan is 79%.

How much does it rain in Buchanan in May?

In Buchanan, during May, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Buchanan?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Buchanan, Michigan. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Buchanan aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Buchanan have in May?

The average day length in May in Buchanan is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Buchanan?

On the first day of May in Buchanan, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 9:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buchanan have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Buchanan, Michigan, is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Buchanan?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Buchanan, Michigan, 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
Buchanan, MI

Average temperature in May - Buchanan, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Buchanan, MI

Average pressure in May - Buchanan, MI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Buchanan, MI

Average wind speed in May - Buchanan, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Buchanan, MI

Average humidity in May - Buchanan, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Buchanan, MI

Average rainfall in May - Buchanan, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in May
Buchanan, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Buchanan, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Buchanan, MI

Average snowfall in May - Buchanan, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Buchanan, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Buchanan, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Buchanan, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Buchanan, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Buchanan, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Buchanan, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Buchanan, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Buchanan, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Buchanan, MI

Average visibility in May - Buchanan, MI
  • 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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