May weather forecast
Moorhead, MT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Moorhead, Montana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C). Moorhead cools down to an average low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

In Moorhead, the average relative humidity in May is 61%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Moorhead is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Moorhead aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Moorhead, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.3 days and aggregates up to 28.82" (732mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:42 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Moorhead, the average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

During May, Moorhead experiences an average high-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and a low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Moorhead, the average relative humidity in May is 61%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Moorhead?

In Moorhead, Montana, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Moorhead aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:42 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Moorhead, MT

Average temperature in May - Moorhead, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Moorhead, MT

Average pressure in May - Moorhead, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"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
Moorhead, MT

Average wind speed in May - Moorhead, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and December (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Moorhead, MT

Average humidity in May - Moorhead, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Moorhead, MT

Average rainfall in May - Moorhead, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Moorhead, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Moorhead, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Moorhead, MT

Average snowfall in May - Moorhead, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Moorhead, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Moorhead, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Moorhead, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Moorhead, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Moorhead, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Moorhead, MT

Average UV index in May - Moorhead, 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
Moorhead, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Moorhead, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Moorhead, MT

Average visibility in May - Moorhead, 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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