May weather forecast
Alexander, ID

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Alexander, Idaho, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average high of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in April to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C). In May, Alexander experiences a significant drop from daily zeniths to an average nighttime temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 65%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alexander are January through June, September through December. In Alexander, in May, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Alexander, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.2 days and aggregates up to 69.33" (1761mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:57 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Alexander, the average sunshine in May is 10.4h.

UV index

In Alexander, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

Alexander in May has an average high-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Alexander, Idaho, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.9 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Alexander, during May, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May?

In Alexander, in May, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alexander have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:57 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alexander have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Alexander, ID

Average temperature in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Alexander, ID

Average pressure in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Alexander, ID

Average wind speed in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Alexander, ID

Average humidity in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in May
Alexander, ID

Average rainfall in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Alexander, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Alexander, ID

Average snowfall in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.41").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Alexander, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alexander, ID

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alexander, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Alexander, ID

Average UV index in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Alexander, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Alexander, ID

Average visibility in May - Alexander, ID
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).

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