May weather forecast
Montpelier, ID

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Montpelier, is a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in April to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Significant dips from daytime highs mark the May nights, with a consistent average temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In Montpelier, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In May, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.1 snowfall days, and 91.14" (2315mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:55 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Montpelier, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Montpelier in May?

In Montpelier, in May, the average high-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Montpelier, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Montpelier?

In Montpelier, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May in Montpelier?

In May, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:55 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Montpelier have in May?

In Montpelier, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Montpelier, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Montpelier, ID

Average pressure in May - Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Montpelier, ID

Average humidity in May - Montpelier, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

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
Montpelier, ID

Average rainfall in May - Montpelier, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Montpelier, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Montpelier, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Montpelier, ID

Average snowfall in May - Montpelier, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (18.39").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Montpelier, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Montpelier, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Montpelier, 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 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Montpelier, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Montpelier, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Montpelier, ID

Average UV index in May - Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, ID

Average visibility in May - Montpelier, 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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