May weather forecast
Lifton, ID

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Lifton, Idaho, with an average temperature ranging between max 56.3°F (13.5°C) and min 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in April to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). Lifton, in the heat of May, registers a significant plunge to a mean of 34.2°F (1.2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 65%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Lifton is May, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Lifton, during May, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lifton, there are 104.6 snowfall days, and 63.58" (1615mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Lifton is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, in Lifton, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:54 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Lifton is 10.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Lifton is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lifton in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Lifton, is 56.3°F (13.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lifton?

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

What is the wettest month in Lifton?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Lifton, Idaho. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lifton in May?

In Lifton, Idaho, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lifton in May?

In Lifton, Idaho, in May, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Lifton?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Lifton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lifton, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:54 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lifton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lifton?

In Lifton, Idaho, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lifton, ID

Average temperature in May - Lifton, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 56.3°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Lifton, ID

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lifton, ID

Average wind speed in May - Lifton, ID
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Lifton, ID

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Lifton, ID

Average rainfall in May - Lifton, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Lifton, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Lifton, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lifton, ID

Average snowfall in May - Lifton, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (12.17").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lifton, ID

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lifton, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lifton, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Lifton, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Lifton, ID

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Lifton, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Lifton, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Lifton, ID

Average visibility in May - Lifton, 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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