May weather forecast
Sanford, MI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Sanford, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

In Sanford, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout the month of May, the average temperature in Sanford, Michigan, dips to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) at night.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Sanford, Michigan, is May, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Sanford, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of May in Sanford, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Sanford, Michigan, is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Sanford?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sanford, Michigan, are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Sanford?

The months with the lowest humidity in Sanford are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May in Sanford?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Sanford?

The month with the most rainfall in Sanford is May, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sanford in May?

In Sanford, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sanford?

In Sanford, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Sanford in May?

In May, in Sanford, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Sanford have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sanford?

On the first day of May in Sanford, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:11 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanford have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Sanford, Michigan, is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Sanford?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Sanford?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sanford is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sanford, MI

Average temperature in May - Sanford, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sanford, MI

Average pressure in May - Sanford, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sanford, MI

Average wind speed in May - Sanford, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sanford, MI

Average humidity in May - Sanford, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sanford, MI

Average rainfall in May - Sanford, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sanford, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Sanford, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sanford, MI

Average snowfall in May - Sanford, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sanford, MI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 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
Sanford, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sanford, MI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sanford, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Sanford, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sanford, MI

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Sanford, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Sanford, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Sanford, MI

Average visibility in May - Sanford, 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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