May weather forecast
Terre Haute, IN

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Weather in May

May's arrival in Terre Haute brings a harmonious blend of sunny skies, warm temperatures, and vibrant plant life in full blossom. Moving away from the showery April, the climate shifts towards early summer, adding more daylight hours. May experiences a high temperature of 73°F (22.8°C), enriching residents with an amiable enviornment that is perfect for outdoor activities. Even as the days get warmer, it's best to keep umbrellas handy given May's propensity for occasional showers.

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Terre Haute observes an average nighttime temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

In Terre Haute, Indiana, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Terre Haute, in May, it is raining for 20.6 days, with typically 4.06" (103mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Terre Haute, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.3 days and collects up to 34.41" (874mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Terre Haute, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Terre Haute, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature, in May, in Terre Haute, is 73°F (22.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Terre Haute, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Terre Haute, during May, the rain falls for 20.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Terre Haute, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Terre Haute have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Terre Haute?

On the first day of May in Terre Haute, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 9:10 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Terre Haute, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Terre Haute, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average temperature in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average pressure in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average wind speed in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average humidity in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average rainfall in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average snowfall in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average snowfall days in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average UV index in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Terre Haute, IN

Average visibility in May - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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