May weather forecast
Sanders, MT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Sanders, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Sanders's temperature in May lowers to a consistent average of 46.2°F (7.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Sanders, the average relative humidity in May is 55%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Sanders. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Sanders aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Sanders, during the entire year, snow falls for 47 days and aggregates up to 15.83" (402mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sanders, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:52 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sanders is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature in Sanders during May is 65.8°F (18.8°C) and the low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Sanders, Montana, the average relative humidity in May is 55%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Sanders, in May, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Sanders aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:52 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanders have in May?

In Sanders, Montana, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

What is the UV index intensity 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 snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Sanders, MT

Average temperature in May - Sanders, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Sanders, MT

Average pressure in May - Sanders, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sanders, MT

Average wind speed in May - Sanders, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Sanders, MT

Average humidity in May - Sanders, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in May
Sanders, MT

Average rainfall in May - Sanders, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Sanders, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Sanders, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sanders, MT

Average snowfall in May - Sanders, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sanders, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Sanders, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sanders, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sanders, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Sanders, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Sanders, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Sanders, MT

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

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

Average visibility in May
Sanders, MT

Average visibility in May - Sanders, 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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