May weather forecast
Miles City, MT

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Weather in May

May in Miles City, Montana, spells the definitive beginning of warmer weather, with temperatures continuing to rise. The hallmark of this month is arguably the considerable decrease in cloud coverage when compared to the earlier months, resulting in more sunshine. Despite being one of the months with the highest average rainfall, 1.1" (28mm), it manages to strike a balance between sunny and rainy days. The city also witnesses the maximum daylight hours in the year during May. The advent of May in Miles City, Montana ushers in higher temperatures, clearer skies, and longer days.

Temperature

Miles City's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in April to a still refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). Miles City reports a consistent average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) throughout May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 54%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Miles City aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Miles City, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.4 days and aggregates up to 9.13" (232mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Miles City is 15h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Miles City, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:47 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Miles City?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Miles City, is 66.6°F (19.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Miles City, the average relative humidity in May is 54%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Miles City, during May, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Miles City aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Miles City have in May?

In Miles City, the average day length in May is 15h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:47 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Miles City have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Miles City, MT

Average pressure in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Miles City, MT

Average wind speed in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Miles City, MT

Average humidity in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in May
Miles City, MT

Average rainfall in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Miles City, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Miles City, MT

Average snowfall in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Miles City, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Miles City, MT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Miles City, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (16.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Miles City, MT

Average UV index in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Miles City, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Miles City, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Miles City, MT

Average visibility in May - Miles City, 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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