May weather forecast
Big Rapids, MI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Big Rapids, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average high of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in Big Rapids's average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Big Rapids observes an average low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In Big Rapids, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Big Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Big Rapids aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 87.9 snowfall days, and 32.56" (827mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Big Rapids is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 9:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Big Rapids, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Big Rapids?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Big Rapids during May are 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Big Rapids?

The average relative humidity in May in Big Rapids is 76%.

How much does it rain in Big Rapids in May?

In Big Rapids, Michigan, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Big Rapids?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Big Rapids aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Big Rapids?

In May, the average day length in Big Rapids, Michigan, is 14h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Big Rapids?

On the first day of May in Big Rapids, Michigan, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 9:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Big Rapids?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Big Rapids, Michigan, is 8.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Big Rapids?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Big Rapids.

How high is the UV index in May in Big Rapids?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Big Rapids is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average temperature in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average pressure in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average wind speed in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average humidity in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall days in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall days in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 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
Big Rapids, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average sunshine days in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average UV index in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average cloud cover in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Big Rapids, MI

Average visibility in May - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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