May weather forecast
Richmond, MI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Richmond, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.3°F (18.5°C) and min 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) is noted in Richmond during the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Richmond. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Richmond aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Richmond, there are 61.9 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of May, in Richmond, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 9:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Richmond, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Richmond?

In May, in Richmond, the average high-temperature is 65.3°F (18.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Richmond?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Richmond?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Richmond in May?

In May, in Richmond, Michigan, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Richmond?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Richmond. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Richmond aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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

In Richmond, the average day length in May is 14h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Richmond?

On the first day of May in Richmond, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 9:02 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Richmond?

The average sunshine duration in May in Richmond is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Richmond?

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

Average temperature in May - Richmond, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°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 (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Richmond, MI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Richmond, MI

Average wind speed in May - Richmond, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Richmond, MI

Average humidity in May - Richmond, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Richmond, MI

Average rainfall in May - Richmond, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in May
Richmond, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Richmond, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Richmond, MI

Average snowfall in May - Richmond, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Richmond, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Richmond, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 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
Richmond, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Richmond, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Richmond, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Richmond, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Richmond, MI

Average UV index in May - Richmond, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Richmond, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Richmond, 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 28).

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Average visibility in May
Richmond, MI

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

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

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