May weather forecast
Swanlake, ID

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Swanlake, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Swanlake experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). Swanlake observes a noteworthy temperature drop from the daily highs during May nights, with a mean temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In Swanlake, the average relative humidity in May is 60%.

Rainfall

In Swanlake, Idaho, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Swanlake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.4 days and collects up to 18.27" (464mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Swanlake aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Swanlake, there are 83.8 snowfall days, and 60.12" (1527mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:57 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.7h.

UV index

In Swanlake, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Swanlake, is 61.2°F (16.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 60%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Swanlake aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Swanlake have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Swanlake, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:57 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Swanlake, ID

Average temperature in May - Swanlake, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Swanlake, ID

Average pressure in May - Swanlake, 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
Swanlake, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Swanlake, ID

Average humidity in May - Swanlake, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in May
Swanlake, ID

Average rainfall in May - Swanlake, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Swanlake, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Swanlake, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Swanlake, ID

Average snowfall in May - Swanlake, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Swanlake, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Swanlake, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Swanlake, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Swanlake, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Swanlake, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Swanlake, ID

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Swanlake, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Swanlake, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Swanlake, ID

Average visibility in May - Swanlake, 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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