May weather forecast
Fort Benton, MT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fort Benton, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average high of 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). Throughout the month of May, Fort Benton witnesses an average temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fort Benton, 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, Fort Benton aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.3 snowfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 9:12 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 57%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Fort Benton, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fort Benton have in May?

In Fort Benton, Montana, the average day length in May is 15h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 9:12 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average temperature in May - Fort Benton, 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average pressure in May - Fort Benton, 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average wind speed in May - Fort Benton, 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average humidity in May - Fort Benton, 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average rainfall in May - Fort Benton, 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Benton, 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average snowfall in May - Fort Benton, 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Benton, 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Benton, 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 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Benton, 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average UV index in May - Fort Benton, 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Benton, 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average visibility in May - Fort Benton, 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).

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