May weather forecast
Carter, MT

Share

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Carter, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.2°F (6.8°C) and max 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in April to a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C). In May, the temperature drops to an average of 44.2°F (6.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 57%.

Rainfall

In Carter, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.1 rainfall days, and 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Carter aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Carter, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 29.37" (746mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 9:13 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Carter, Montana, the average sunshine in May is 10.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Carter in May?

In Carter, 63°F (17.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Carter is 57%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Carter, during May, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Carter aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Carter have in May?

In Carter, the average day length in May is 15h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 9:13 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Carter, MT

Average temperature in May - Carter, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Carter, MT

Average pressure in May - Carter, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Carter, MT

Average wind speed in May - Carter, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Carter, MT

Average humidity in May - Carter, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in May
Carter, MT

Average rainfall in May - Carter, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Carter, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Carter, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Carter, MT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Carter, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Carter, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Carter, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Carter, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Carter, MT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Carter, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Carter, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Carter, MT

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

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

Carter, Montana, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location