May weather forecast
Chatham, MI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Chatham, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in April to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). In Chatham, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

May is the least humid month in Chatham, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Chatham, Michigan, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Chatham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.5 days and collects up to 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Chatham aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Chatham, during the entire year, snow falls for 93.2 days and aggregates up to 30.31" (770mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Chatham is 15h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Chatham, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In Chatham, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Chatham?

The high-temperature in Chatham, Michigan, during May is 53.2°F (11.8°C) and the low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Chatham?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in Chatham?

In Chatham, Michigan, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in Chatham in May?

In Chatham, Michigan, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Chatham?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Chatham aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Chatham?

The average day length in May is 15h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Chatham?

On the first day of May in Chatham, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:31 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chatham have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Chatham, Michigan, is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Chatham?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Chatham is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Chatham, MI

Average temperature in May - Chatham, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (69.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Chatham, MI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Chatham, MI

Average wind speed in May - Chatham, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Chatham, MI

Average humidity in May - Chatham, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Chatham, MI

Average rainfall in May - Chatham, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in May
Chatham, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Chatham, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Chatham, MI

Average snowfall in May - Chatham, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Chatham, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Chatham, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.8 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
Chatham, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chatham, MI
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Chatham, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Chatham, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Chatham, MI

Average UV index in May - Chatham, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Chatham, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Chatham, MI

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

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

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