May weather forecast
Fortine, MT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fortine, is a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average high of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Fortine's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's frosty 46.4°F (8°C) to a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C). Fortine, in the heat of May, registers a significant plunge to a mean of 34.5°F (1.4°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Fortine, in May, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fortine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 15.35" (390mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Fortine aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Fortine, during the entire year, snow falls for 110.7 days and aggregates up to 46.81" (1189mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:55 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 9:33 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

In Fortine, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature in Fortine during May is 59.7°F (15.4°C) and the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in Fortine in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout May, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Fortine aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fortine have in May?

In Fortine, the average day length in May is 15h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fortine, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 9:33 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fortine have in May?

In Fortine, Montana, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fortine, MT

Average temperature in May - Fortine, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (13.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Fortine, MT

Average pressure in May - Fortine, 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
Fortine, MT

Average wind speed in May - Fortine, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (4.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Fortine, MT

Average humidity in May - Fortine, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in May
Fortine, MT

Average rainfall in May - Fortine, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Fortine, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Fortine, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fortine, MT

Average snowfall in May - Fortine, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fortine, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Fortine, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (22.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fortine, MT
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fortine, MT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Fortine, MT

Average UV index in May - Fortine, MT
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Fortine, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Fortine, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Fortine, MT

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (2mi).

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