May weather forecast
Thompson Falls, MT

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Weather in May

May weather in Thompson Falls announces itself with its signature blend of mild temperature highs and relative humidity decreasing to 71%. Snowfall becomes a thing of the past in this period as the city welcomes more rainfall instead. As daylight hours extend, the sun regales the city with its dazzling presence, offering an invitation to indulge in outdoor activities. May's weather offers residents the much-anticipated reprieve from the long, cold winter.

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C). May nights in Thompson Falls present a sharp contrast to daytime highs, with average temperatures of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

In Thompson Falls, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In Thompson Falls, during May, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Thompson Falls, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Thompson Falls aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 90.2 snowfall days, and 58.15" (1477mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 10min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 9:30 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Thompson Falls in May?

The high-temperature during May is 60.1°F (15.6°C) and the low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Thompson Falls, in May, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) 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, Thompson Falls aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Thompson Falls have in May?

The average day length in May is 15h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 9:30 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thompson Falls have in May?

In Thompson Falls, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Thompson Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average temperature in May - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average pressure in May - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average wind speed in May - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average humidity in May - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (53%).

Average rainfall in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average rainfall in May - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average snowfall in May - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (20.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Thompson Falls, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (5.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average UV index in May - Thompson Falls, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Thompson Falls, MT

Average visibility in May - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (3mi).

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