United StatesThe weather in May in Indiana
It's warm in May in Indiana with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 18°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Indiana, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2018, Indiana reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 139 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Indiana
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Indiana. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Indiana | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 23°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 139 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 16 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Indiana with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 23°C, with nights around 13°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Indiana is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Indiana, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Indiana
Temperature in May in Indiana over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Indiana, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Indiana
Total precipitation in May in Indiana over the years
Daily UV index in May in Indiana
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Indiana, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Indiana by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Indiana. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.