May weather forecast
Kentwood, MI

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Weather in May

May brings a high temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C) and low of 48.7°F (9.3°C), setting warmer weather conditions in place for Kentwood, Michigan. Preceding the formal start of summer, May begins to heat up compared to April. Notably, snowfall ceases, replaced with rainfall of an average 2.36" (60mm) stretching across 16.6 days. Overall, the weather in May is distinguishable with longer sunshine hours and daylight. Transitioning from the mild conditions of April, May observes significant changes in weather patterns just ahead of the onset of summer.

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Kentwood sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C). In the month of May, the average low-temperature in Kentwood usually rests at a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Kentwood is May, when the rain falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kentwood. May is the last month it regularly snows in Kentwood, Michigan. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Kentwood aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Kentwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.2 days and aggregates up to 14.49" (368mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of May, in Kentwood, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 9:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kentwood in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Kentwood, is 66.6°F (19.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Kentwood?

In May, the average relative humidity in Kentwood, Michigan, is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Kentwood?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Kentwood, Michigan. Rain falls for 16.6 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Kentwood?

In Kentwood, Michigan, in May, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Kentwood?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Kentwood. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Kentwood aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kentwood have in May?

The average day length in May in Kentwood is 14h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kentwood?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 9:14 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Kentwood?

In Kentwood, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Kentwood?

In Kentwood, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Kentwood, MI

Average temperature in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°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 (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Kentwood, MI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Kentwood, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Kentwood, MI

Average humidity in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kentwood, MI

Average rainfall in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in May
Kentwood, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Kentwood, MI

Average snowfall in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Kentwood, MI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 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
Kentwood, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kentwood, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kentwood, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kentwood, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Kentwood, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Kentwood, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Kentwood, MI

Average visibility in May - Kentwood, 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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