Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Columbus, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 23°C (73°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (93°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (48°F). Typically, the humidity level in Columbus throughout May hovers around 82%.
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In May, Columbus averages 124 mm (4.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 54 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 57 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 35% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Columbus reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||