May weather forecast
Council, ID

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Weather in May

May brings in the freshness of flowers along with noticeable warmth in Council, Idaho, saying goodbyes to the lingering chills of snowy winter, and welcoming the heat of summer. The last of the snow bids adieu with a decrease in snowfall to just 1.42" (36mm), making it the month with the least snow in the first half of the year. As the city embraces summer, residents prepare for outdoor activities and picnics. The bright, warm rays of the sun bring outdoor life back in the city. The sky remains clear most of the time, painted vibrantly with sunset hues in the evening.

Temperature

May's arrival in Council signals a temperature shift, moving from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in April to a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C). Despite a significant disparity with daytime temperatures, an average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) is recorded during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Council, in May, during 14.4 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Council, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.1 days and collects up to 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Council, in May, during 2.8 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.8 snowfall days, and 104.45" (2653mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Council, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 51min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 9:23 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, in Council, the average high-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Council, Idaho, during May, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May in Council?

In Council, during May, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Council have in May?

In Council, the average day length in May is 14h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 9:23 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Council have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Council, ID

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Council, ID

Average pressure in May - Council, ID
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Council, ID

Average wind speed in May - Council, ID
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (5.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Council, ID

Average humidity in May - Council, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in May
Council, ID

Average rainfall in May - Council, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Council, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Council, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Council, ID

Average snowfall in May - Council, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (23.07").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Council, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Council, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Council, ID
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Council, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Council, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Council, ID

Average UV index in May - Council, 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Council, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Council, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Council, ID

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

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

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