May weather - Spring 2024 - Cincinnati, OH

Weather in May
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Average pressure in May
Average wind speed in May
Average humidity in May
Average rainfall in May
Average rainfall days in May
Average snowfall in May
Average snowfall days in May
Average daylight in May
Average sunshine in May
Average sunshine days in May
Average UV index in May
Average cloud cover in May
Average visibility in May

A beautiful park in spring next to the John A Roebling suspension bridge in Cincinnati, Ohio

Weather in May

May brings Cincinnati's outdoor season to full bloom with warmer temperatures, longer daylight hours, and plenty of sunshine. The arrival of this month ignites the transition to summer, with the distinctive features of spring subtly receding in the background. A trademark increase in temperature as highs touch 73.8°F (23.2°C), marks May as the stepping stone to the approaching heat of summer. It is the quintessential time for outdoor festivities, and the populace eagerly anticipates the arrival of summer in all its sun-soaked glory.

Temperature

May's onset in Cincinnati, Ohio, witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to a warm 73.8°F (23.2°C). Cincinnati experiences a steady low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) throughout May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Cincinnati. Rain falls for 17.7 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Cincinnati, Ohio, is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Cincinnati, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Cincinnati are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cincinnati in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Cincinnati, is 73.8°F (23.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cincinnati?

The average relative humidity in May in Cincinnati, Ohio, is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Cincinnati?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Cincinnati?

In Cincinnati, Ohio, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cincinnati?

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

Does it snow in Cincinnati in May?

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

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

In Cincinnati, Ohio, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Cincinnati?

On the first day of May in Cincinnati, Ohio, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cincinnati have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Cincinnati, Ohio, is 8.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Cincinnati?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May in Cincinnati?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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Average high temperature

63.7°F 17.6°C

73.8°F 23.2°C

81.5°F 27.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9mph 14.5km/h

7.3mph 11.7km/h

6.5mph 10.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.2

10.9

12.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Cincinnati, OH

Average high temperature in May: 73.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

Average low temperature in May: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cincinnati, OH

Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cincinnati, OH

Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cincinnati, OH

Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cincinnati, OH

Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cincinnati, OH

Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cincinnati, OH

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cincinnati, OH

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cincinnati, OH

Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cincinnati, OH

Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cincinnati, OH

Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Cincinnati, OH

Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Cincinnati, OH

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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May weather forecast
Cincinnati, OH

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