May weather forecast
Sand Coulee, MT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Sand Coulee, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 63°F (17.2°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

Sand Coulee sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C). May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 59%.

Rainfall

In Sand Coulee, in May, during 11.7 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sand Coulee, there are 85.3 rainfall days, and 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Sand Coulee aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.9 snowfall days, and 28.54" (725mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sand Coulee, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 9:13 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Sand Coulee, the average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 63°F (17.2°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Sand Coulee, the average relative humidity in May is 59%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout May, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Sand Coulee aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Sand Coulee, the average day length in May is 15h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Sand Coulee, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 9:13 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sand Coulee?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sand Coulee, Montana, is 4. 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
Sand Coulee, MT

Average temperature in May - Sand Coulee, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Sand Coulee, MT

Average pressure in May - Sand Coulee, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

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

Average wind speed in May
Sand Coulee, MT

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Sand Coulee, MT

Average humidity in May - Sand Coulee, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Sand Coulee, MT

Average rainfall in May - Sand Coulee, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Sand Coulee, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Sand Coulee, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are November and December (4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sand Coulee, MT

Average snowfall in May - Sand Coulee, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sand Coulee, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Sand Coulee, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sand Coulee, MT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sand Coulee, MT
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sand Coulee, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Sand Coulee, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Sand Coulee, MT

Average UV index in May - Sand Coulee, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Sand Coulee, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Sand Coulee, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Sand Coulee, MT

Average visibility in May - Sand Coulee, 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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