May weather forecastSault Ste. Marie, MI

Weather in May

By May, Sault Ste. Marie embraces the fully formed spring, with the city morphing into a green and vibrant landscape. The snowfall drops to a mere 0.1 inch, hinting at the arrival of summer as the days get warmer. With lush greenery stretching across the city, outdoor activities, from hiking to picnics, become the norm. May showcases the vibrance and energy of spring in full swing in this city. The month is a perfect time to enjoy the outdoors before summer officially kicks off.

Temperature

The shift into May in Sault Ste. Marie is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) to an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Sault Ste. Marie anticipates a stark contrast in temperature during May nights, with an average low of 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Rainfall

In May, in Sault Ste. Marie, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sault Ste. Marie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.9 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sault Ste. Marie are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Sault Ste. Marie. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Sault Ste. Marie aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sault Ste. Marie, there are 79.2 snowfall days, and 120.39" (3058mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Sault Ste. Marie, the average seawater temperature in May is 37.4°F (3°C).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this is life-threatening and fraught with danger. The cold water triggers intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. Donning a specialized swimsuit is essential to curb thermal harm.

Daylight

In Sault Ste. Marie, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 2min.
On the first day of May in Sault Ste. Marie, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sault Ste. Marie is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.