May weather forecast
Santa Rita, MT

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Santa Rita, is a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.4°F (5.8°C) and max 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

Santa Rita's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in April to a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C). During May, Santa Rita consistently records a temperature low averaging a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 56%.

Rainfall

In Santa Rita, in May, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Santa Rita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.4 days and collects up to 8.46" (215mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Santa Rita are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Santa Rita aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.3 snowfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Santa Rita, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 17min.
On the first day of May in Santa Rita, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 9:23 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Santa Rita, the average sunshine in May is 10.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Santa Rita, is 60.3°F (15.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 56%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Santa Rita, in May, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) 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, Santa Rita aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 15h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Santa Rita?

On the first day of May in Santa Rita, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 9:23 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average temperature in May - Santa Rita, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average pressure in May - Santa Rita, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average wind speed in May - Santa Rita, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average humidity in May - Santa Rita, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average rainfall in May - Santa Rita, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Santa Rita, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average snowfall in May - Santa Rita, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Santa Rita, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Santa Rita, MT
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Santa Rita, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average UV index in May - Santa Rita, 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
Santa Rita, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Santa Rita, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

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

Average visibility in May
Santa Rita, MT

Average visibility in May - Santa Rita, 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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