May weather forecast
Laurel, MT

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Weather in May

May in Laurel, Montana is characterized by the thriving spring weather making way for early summer. Temperatures rise steadily, but still hover in a comfortable range. Longer hours of daylight become apparent allowing more time to enjoy outdoor activities. Notably, May experiences the highest rainfall of 1.54" (39mm), normally associated with spring. Despite the occasional showers, the weather makes for pleasant outings.

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature in Laurel during May moves from April's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Throughout May, a steady low-temperature average of 43°F (6.1°C) is noted.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Laurel. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Laurel aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Laurel, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.1 days and aggregates up to 15.75" (400mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Laurel is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of May, in Laurel, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:56 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

In Laurel, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Laurel in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Laurel, is 63.5°F (17.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Laurel?

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

What is the wettest month in Laurel?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Laurel, Montana. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Laurel in May?

In Laurel, Montana, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Laurel?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Laurel aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Laurel have in May?

In Laurel, Montana, the average day length in May is 14h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Laurel?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:56 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Laurel?

The average sunshine duration in May in Laurel is 10.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Laurel?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Laurel is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Laurel, MT

Average temperature in May - Laurel, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Laurel, MT

Average pressure in May - Laurel, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Laurel, MT

Average wind speed in May - Laurel, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Laurel, MT

Average humidity in May - Laurel, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Laurel, MT

Average rainfall in May - Laurel, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Laurel, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Laurel, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Laurel, MT

Average snowfall in May - Laurel, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Laurel, MT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Laurel, MT
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Laurel, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Laurel, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Laurel, MT

Average UV index in May - Laurel, MT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Laurel, MT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Laurel, MT

Average visibility in May - Laurel, 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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