May weather forecastColumbus, MI
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Columbus, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average high of 64.9°F (18.3°C).Temperature
Columbus's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in April to a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C). In May, Columbus records an average nighttime temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Columbus, Michigan, are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Columbus is May, when the rain falls for 15.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Columbus are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Columbus aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.4 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Columbus, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:02 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Columbus is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Columbus, MI
- Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Columbus, MI
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Columbus, MI
- Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Columbus, MI
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Columbus, MI
- Average rainfall in May: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").
Average rainfall days in May
Columbus, MI
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Columbus, MI
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Columbus, MI
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Columbus, MI
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Columbus, MI
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Columbus, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Columbus, MI
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Columbus, 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).
