May weather forecast
Pocatello, ID

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A clear, winding road in the hilly landscape leading to Pocatello, Idaho, with scenic mountains seen in the distance
A clear, winding road in the hilly landscape leading to Pocatello, Idaho, with scenic mountains seen in the distance

Weather in May

May in Pocatello, Idaho witnesses a substantial escalation in warmth, making it an ideal season for outdoor enthusiasts. An escalating progression is noticed with May's highest temperature reaching to 64.6°F (18.1°C), remarkably exceeding April's high of 54.1°F (12.3°C), marking the approach of welcoming summer. As the sun shines brighter, longer, and stronger, amblers on street notice the emerging summer herbage. The residents and travelers often participate in local cultural festivals, emphasizing the well-knit community spirit. With minimal rainfall, the clear skies ensure uninterrupted enjoyment of the city's scenic beauty.

Temperature

In Pocatello, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C). Compared to daytime temperatures, Pocatello's temperature drops significantly, averaging a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 52%.

Rainfall

In Pocatello, in May, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pocatello, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.1 days and collects up to 11.26" (286mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Pocatello aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 70.2 snowfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:01 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11h.

UV index

In Pocatello, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Pocatello, in May, the average high-temperature is 64.6°F (18.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Pocatello, the average relative humidity in May is 52%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Pocatello, in May, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Pocatello aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pocatello have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pocatello, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:01 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pocatello have in May?

In Pocatello, the average sunshine duration in May is 11h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Pocatello, ID

Average temperature in May - Pocatello, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (17.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Pocatello, ID

Average pressure in May - Pocatello, 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
Pocatello, ID

Average wind speed in May - Pocatello, ID
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Pocatello, ID

Average humidity in May - Pocatello, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (33%).

Average rainfall in May
Pocatello, ID

Average rainfall in May - Pocatello, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Pocatello, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Pocatello, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pocatello, ID

Average snowfall in May - Pocatello, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pocatello, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Pocatello, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 0min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pocatello, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Pocatello, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Pocatello, ID

Average UV index in May - Pocatello, ID
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Pocatello, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Pocatello, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
Pocatello, ID

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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