May weather forecast
Zanesville, OH

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Colorful fireworks seen in the sky above a large bridge on the Muskingum River in Zanesville, Ohio, during celebrations on Independence Day
Colorful fireworks seen in the sky above a large bridge on the Muskingum River in Zanesville, Ohio, during celebrations on Independence Day

Weather in May

May invites pleasant weather and a brighter atmosphere in Zanesville. The snowfall is completely absent, and the city basks under prolonged daylight. A serene combination of light breezes and vibrant foliage makes outdoor strolling extremely delightful. As the temperature continues to rise, the overall weather condition turns agreeable. May, therefore, epitomizes ideal weather in Zanesville to fully embrace outdoor activities.

Temperature

May's onset in Zanesville witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). The average low-temperature in Zanesville, Ohio, during May nights is a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

In Zanesville, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Zanesville, during May, the rain falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Zanesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Zanesville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Zanesville, Ohio, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Zanesville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. 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 are May temperatures in Zanesville?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Zanesville, is 72.5°F (22.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Zanesville?

In Zanesville, Ohio, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Zanesville?

In Zanesville, in May, it is raining for 18.6 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Zanesville?

May through October are months without snowfall in Zanesville, Ohio.

Does it snow in Zanesville in May?

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

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

In May, the average day length in Zanesville, Ohio, is 14h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Zanesville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:50 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Zanesville have in May?

In Zanesville, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Zanesville?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Zanesville, OH

Average temperature in May - Zanesville, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Zanesville, OH

Average pressure in May - Zanesville, OH
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Zanesville, OH

Average wind speed in May - Zanesville, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Zanesville, OH

Average humidity in May - Zanesville, OH
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Zanesville, OH

Average rainfall in May - Zanesville, 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 September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in May
Zanesville, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Zanesville, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Zanesville, OH

Average snowfall in May - Zanesville, OH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Zanesville, OH

Average snowfall days in May - Zanesville, OH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 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
Zanesville, OH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Zanesville, OH
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Zanesville, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Zanesville, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Zanesville, OH

Average UV index in May - Zanesville, OH
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Zanesville, OH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Zanesville, OH

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

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

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