May weather forecast
Sun Valley, ID

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The iconic Sun Valley, Idaho, in a stunning hilly landscape on either side located within the famous White Cloud Wilderness
The iconic Sun Valley, Idaho, in a stunning hilly landscape on either side located within the famous White Cloud Wilderness

Weather in May

May progresses further into the spring weather in Sun Valley and sees a significant transformation from its winter scene. The accentuated warmth with highs soaring to 51.4°F (10.8°C) and lows comfortable at 32.9°F (0.5°C) puts the final end to the icy conditions. Noticeably absent are the snowy landscapes replaced by abundant greenery and blossoming flowers. The longer daylight hours provide the perfect backdrop for outdoor explorations, diverting from the winter-oriented activities. All in all, May in Sun Valley offers a refreshing experience unique to its Spring weather.

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) in April to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). May's nights observe an average temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Sun Valley is 65%.

Rainfall

In May, in Sun Valley, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sun Valley, there are 107.7 rainfall days, and 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Sun Valley, Idaho, during May, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.2 snowfall days, and 69.45" (1764mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sun Valley, Idaho, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of May, in Sun Valley, Idaho, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:11 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sun Valley is 10.9h.

UV index

In Sun Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Sun Valley?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sun Valley, Idaho, during May are 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Sun Valley?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Sun Valley?

In May, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in May in Sun Valley?

In May, in Sun Valley, Idaho, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout May, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sun Valley have in May?

The average day length in May in Sun Valley, Idaho, is 14h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sun Valley?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sun Valley, Idaho, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:11 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sun Valley?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Sun Valley, Idaho, is 10.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Sun Valley?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sun Valley is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sun Valley, ID

Average temperature in May - Sun Valley, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 32.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Sun Valley, ID

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sun Valley, ID

Average wind speed in May - Sun Valley, ID
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Sun Valley, ID

Average humidity in May - Sun Valley, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (37%).

Average rainfall in May
Sun Valley, ID

Average rainfall in May - Sun Valley, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Sun Valley, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Sun Valley, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sun Valley, ID

Average snowfall in May - Sun Valley, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sun Valley, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Sun Valley, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sun Valley, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Sun Valley, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Sun Valley, ID

Average UV index in May - Sun Valley, ID
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Sun Valley, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Sun Valley, 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 10).

Average visibility in May
Sun Valley, ID

Average visibility in May - Sun Valley, 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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