May weather forecast
Sterling, OH

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Sterling, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's mild 57.9°F (14.4°C) to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). May witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

April, May and July, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sterling, there are 175.6 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Sterling. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sterling aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sterling, Ohio, there are 66.5 snowfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sterling is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May in Sterling, Ohio, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Sterling?

In May, in Sterling, the average high-temperature is 70.3°F (21.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What are the least humid months in Sterling?

April, May and July, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in Sterling.

What is the average humidity in May in Sterling?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Sterling in May?

In Sterling, Ohio, in May, during 19.3 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sterling?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Sterling. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sterling aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sterling?

The average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sterling?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sterling, Ohio, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:52 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sterling?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sterling, Ohio, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sterling, OH

Average temperature in May - Sterling, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sterling, OH

Average pressure in May - Sterling, OH
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Sterling, OH

Average wind speed in May - Sterling, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sterling, OH

Average humidity in May - Sterling, OH
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sterling, OH

Average rainfall in May - Sterling, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sterling, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Sterling, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sterling, OH

Average snowfall in May - Sterling, OH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sterling, OH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.5 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
Sterling, OH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sterling, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sterling, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Sterling, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sterling, OH

Average UV index in May - Sterling, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sterling, OH

Average cloud cover in May - Sterling, OH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Sterling, OH

Average visibility in May - Sterling, OH
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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