May weather forecast
East Lansing, MI

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Weather in May

May stands out as the true ambassador of spring in East Lansing. The city's landscape is a melange of vibrant colors, boosted by an increased number of sunshine days. A considerable transition from winter is felt, symbolized by a significant temperature rise. The month is characterized by ample hours of daylight, fostering the growth of flourishing flora. Dropping cloud percentages present a spectacular azure backdrop for Michigan's rejuvenating lifestyle in May.

Temperature

As East Lansing welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). May nights in East Lansing are marked by an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in East Lansing, Michigan. Rain falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in East Lansing are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, East Lansing aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In East Lansing, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.4 days and aggregates up to 16.61" (422mm) of snow.

Daylight

In East Lansing, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of May, in East Lansing, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 9:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in East Lansing is 8.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in East Lansing. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in East Lansing?

The high-temperature, in May, in East Lansing, is 66.6°F (19.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.6°F (9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in East Lansing?

In East Lansing, Michigan, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in East Lansing?

The month with the most rainfall in East Lansing, Michigan, is May, when the rain falls for 17.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in East Lansing in May?

In East Lansing, Michigan, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in East Lansing?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, East Lansing aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in East Lansing?

In East Lansing, the average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in East Lansing?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in East Lansing, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 9:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in East Lansing?

In May, the average sunshine duration in East Lansing, Michigan, is 8.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in East Lansing?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May in East Lansing?

In East Lansing, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
East Lansing, MI

Average temperature in May - East Lansing, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°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 (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
East Lansing, MI

Average pressure in May - East Lansing, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
East Lansing, MI

Average wind speed in May - East Lansing, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
East Lansing, MI

Average humidity in May - East Lansing, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
East Lansing, MI

Average rainfall in May - East Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in May
East Lansing, MI

Average rainfall days in May - East Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
East Lansing, MI

Average snowfall in May - East Lansing, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
East Lansing, MI

Average snowfall days in May - East Lansing, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 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
East Lansing, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Lansing, 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 2min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
East Lansing, MI

Average sunshine days in May - East Lansing, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
East Lansing, MI

Average UV index in May - East Lansing, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
East Lansing, MI

Average cloud cover in May - East Lansing, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
East Lansing, MI

Average visibility in May - East Lansing, MI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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