May weather forecast
Dayton, ID

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Dayton, Idaho, with an average temperature varying between 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). May nights in Dayton are characterized by a significant departure from the daytime highs, dropping to an average temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 60%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.4 rainfall days, and 18.27" (464mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Dayton aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 83.8 snowfall days, and 60.12" (1527mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:57 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.7h.

UV index

In Dayton, Idaho, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dayton in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Dayton, is 61.2°F (16.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 60%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Dayton aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:57 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Dayton, ID

Average temperature in May - Dayton, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Dayton, ID

Average pressure in May - Dayton, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Dayton, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Dayton, ID

Average humidity in May - Dayton, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in May
Dayton, ID

Average rainfall in May - Dayton, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Dayton, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Dayton, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dayton, ID

Average snowfall in May - Dayton, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dayton, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Dayton, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dayton, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Dayton, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Dayton, ID

Average UV index in May - Dayton, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Dayton, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Dayton, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Dayton, ID

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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