May weather forecast
Independence, OH

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Independence, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Independence sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's cool 55°F (12.8°C) to an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C). In Independence, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Independence, Ohio, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 28.07" (713mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Independence aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Independence, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.6 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Independence, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Independence, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Independence?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Independence, is 66.9°F (19.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Independence?

The average relative humidity in May in Independence is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Independence?

In Independence, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Independence?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Independence aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Independence have in May?

The average day length in May in Independence, Ohio, is 14h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Independence?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Independence, Ohio, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:53 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Independence have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Independence is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Independence?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Independence, OH

Average temperature in May - Independence, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Independence, OH

Average pressure in May - Independence, OH
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Independence, OH

Average wind speed in May - Independence, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Independence, OH

Average humidity in May - Independence, OH
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Independence, OH

Average rainfall in May - Independence, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in May
Independence, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Independence, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Independence, OH

Average snowfall in May - Independence, OH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Independence, OH

Average snowfall days in May - Independence, OH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 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
Independence, OH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Independence, OH
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Independence, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Independence, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Independence, OH

Average UV index in May - Independence, OH
  • 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
Independence, OH

Average cloud cover in May - Independence, OH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Independence, OH

Average visibility in May - Independence, OH
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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