May weather forecastKent, OH
May
Weather in May
May is when the weather in Kent fully transitions into spring, heating up the city in preparation for the upcoming summer. The increasing temperatures bring about more outdoor activities. It's the time when the city blooms under the 14.5 hours of charming daylight and 8.8 hours of revitalizing sunshine. Precipitation remains consistent, ensuring an abundant moisture supply for burgeoning flora. To encapsulate, May is an exuberant month of escalating temperatures and nature coming to life.Temperature
May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). In Kent, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C).Humidity
In Kent, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In May, in Kent, the rain falls for 19.1 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Kent are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Kent aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Kent, Ohio, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.6 days and aggregates up to 28.7" (729mm) of snow.Daylight
In Kent, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Kent, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kent is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kent, OH
- Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Kent, OH
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Kent, OH
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Kent, OH
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Kent, OH
- Average rainfall in May: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Kent, OH
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kent, OH
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Kent, OH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kent, OH
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kent, OH
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Kent, OH
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Kent, OH
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Kent, OH
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
