May weather forecast
East Tawas, MI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in East Tawas, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in April to a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C). An average low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) is expected during May.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in East Tawas. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, East Tawas aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In East Tawas, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.9 days and aggregates up to 9.29" (236mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In East Tawas, the average seawater temperature in May is 39.9°F (4.4°C).
Note: In water-based activities like swimming, this poses significant life risks. The cold water results in agonizing discomfort and quick hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is crucial to reduce the potential thermal damage.

Daylight

In East Tawas, Michigan, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in East Tawas is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in May leads to these recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in East Tawas?

During May, East Tawas experiences an average high-temperature of 58.8°F (14.9°C) and a low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

What is the least humid month in East Tawas?

With an average relative humidity of 74%, May is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in May in East Tawas?

In May, the average relative humidity in East Tawas, Michigan, is 74%.

What is the rainiest month in East Tawas?

The month with the most rainfall in East Tawas, Michigan, is May, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in East Tawas?

In East Tawas, Michigan, in May, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in East Tawas?

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

How cold is the water in May in East Tawas?

In May, the average ocean temperature in East Tawas is 39.9°F (4.4°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in May in East Tawas?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in East Tawas?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in East Tawas, Michigan, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in East Tawas?

In East Tawas, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in East Tawas?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
East Tawas, MI

Average temperature in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average high temperature in May: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
East Tawas, MI

Average pressure in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"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
East Tawas, MI

Average wind speed in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
East Tawas, MI

Average humidity in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
East Tawas, MI

Average rainfall in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in May
East Tawas, MI

Average rainfall days in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
East Tawas, MI

Average snowfall in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
East Tawas, MI

Average snowfall days in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
East Tawas, MI

Average sea temperature in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average sea temperature in May: 39.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (32.6°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
East Tawas, MI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
East Tawas, MI

Average sunshine days in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
East Tawas, MI

Average UV index in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in May
East Tawas, MI

Average cloud cover in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
East Tawas, MI

Average visibility in May - East Tawas, MI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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