May weather forecast
Bigfork, MT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bigfork, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 58.8°F (14.9°C).

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in April to a moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C). Contrasted against daytime highs, Bigfork records an average nighttime low of 37°F (2.8°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Bigfork, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bigfork, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.5 days and collects up to 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Bigfork. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Bigfork aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 94.5 snowfall days, and 52.6" (1336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Bigfork is 15h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 9:27 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Bigfork is 10.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bigfork is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in May transforms into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bigfork in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bigfork are 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 37°F (2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Bigfork?

In Bigfork, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.

How much does it rain in Bigfork in May?

In Bigfork, Montana, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Bigfork?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Bigfork aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bigfork have in May?

In Bigfork, the average day length in May is 15h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Bigfork?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bigfork, Montana, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 9:27 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bigfork have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Bigfork, Montana, is 10.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Bigfork?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bigfork, Montana, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bigfork, MT

Average temperature in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 58.8°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 (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Bigfork, MT

Average pressure in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bigfork, MT

Average wind speed in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Bigfork, MT

Average humidity in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in May
Bigfork, MT

Average rainfall in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Bigfork, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bigfork, MT

Average snowfall in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (12.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bigfork, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (20.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bigfork, MT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bigfork, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Bigfork, MT

Average UV index in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Bigfork, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Bigfork, MT

Average visibility in May - Bigfork, MT
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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