Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Columbus, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 25°C (78°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (95°F), while lows may dip to 14°C (57°F). Typically, the humidity level in Columbus throughout May hovers around 79%.
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In May, Columbus averages 155 mm (6.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 38 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 33 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 29% 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 13:00 and 15:00, 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 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||