May weather forecast
Rochester Hills, MI

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Weather in May

In May, Rochester Hills, Michigan enters the threshold of summer underlined by a striking increase in temperatures to a maximum of 66.7°F (19.3°C). Accompanied with this change, rainfall sees a rise to 2.28" (58mm), watering the spring blooms and painting the city in vibrant colors. As the snow completely disappears from the landscape, residents switch to lighter, summer clothing. The increase in sunshine hours plays a pivotal role in outdoor activities, with the city coming alive with various events and festivals. It is also the perfect time for sunbathing, picnics and water sports, making full use of the summer prelude.

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). Throughout May, an average nighttime temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Rochester Hills are April, May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Rochester Hills. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Rochester Hills aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rochester Hills, there are 62.5 snowfall days, and 14.09" (358mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rochester Hills, Michigan, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May in Rochester Hills, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:03 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Rochester Hills is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Rochester Hills, Michigan, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rochester Hills in May?

Rochester Hills in May has an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What are the least humid months in Rochester Hills?

April, May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Rochester Hills, Michigan.

What is the average humidity in May in Rochester Hills?

In Rochester Hills, Michigan, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Rochester Hills?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rochester Hills in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Rochester Hills?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Rochester Hills. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Rochester Hills aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rochester Hills have in May?

In Rochester Hills, the average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Rochester Hills?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rochester Hills, Michigan, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:03 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Rochester Hills?

In Rochester Hills, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Rochester Hills?

In Rochester Hills, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rochester Hills, MI

Average temperature in May - Rochester Hills, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Rochester Hills, MI

Average pressure in May - Rochester Hills, 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
Rochester Hills, MI

Average wind speed in May - Rochester Hills, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Rochester Hills, MI

Average humidity in May - Rochester Hills, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Rochester Hills, MI

Average rainfall in May - Rochester Hills, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in May
Rochester Hills, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Rochester Hills, 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 (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Rochester Hills, MI

Average snowfall in May - Rochester Hills, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Rochester Hills, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Rochester Hills, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 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
Rochester Hills, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rochester Hills, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Rochester Hills, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Rochester Hills, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Rochester Hills, MI

Average UV index in May - Rochester Hills, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Rochester Hills, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Rochester Hills, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Rochester Hills, MI

Average visibility in May - Rochester Hills, 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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