Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
In Detroit, Michigan, the average high-temperature in May rises from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). The average low-temperature, in Detroit, Michigan, is 50.2°F (10.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Detroit. During 0.3 snowfall days, Detroit aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Detroit, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.3 days and aggregates up to 14.84" (377mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).Note: At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of May, in Detroit, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:01 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Detroit, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Average temperature in May
Detroit, MI
- Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Detroit, MI
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Detroit, MI
- Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Detroit, MI
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Detroit, MI
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").
Average rainfall days in May
Detroit, MI
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Detroit, MI
- Average snowfall in May: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Detroit, MI
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Detroit, MI
- Average sea temperature in May: 48.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (32.7°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Detroit, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Detroit, MI
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Detroit, MI
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Detroit, MI
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Detroit, MI
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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