May weather forecast
May, ID

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in May, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). May generally records an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In May, during May, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In May, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75.7 days and collects up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in May. In May, in May, during 1.2 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 51.7 snowfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:13 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature?

In May, in May, the average high-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity?

In May, Idaho, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How much does it rain?

In May, during May, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow?

In May, in May, during 1.2 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:13 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does May have?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.1h.

What is the UV index reading?

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

Average temperature in May - May, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in May
May, ID

Average pressure in May - May, ID
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
May, ID

Average wind speed in May - May, ID
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
May, ID

Average humidity in May - May, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (38%).

Average rainfall in May
May, ID

Average rainfall in May - May, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
May, ID

Average rainfall days in May - May, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
May, ID

Average snowfall in May - May, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
May, ID

Average snowfall days in May - May, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - May, 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: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
May, ID

Average sunshine days in May - May, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (17.2 days).

Average UV index in May
May, ID

Average UV index in May - May, 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, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
May, ID

Average cloud cover in May - May, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
May, ID

Average visibility in May - May, 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 and February (4mi).

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