May weather forecast
Virginia City, MT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Virginia City, Montana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C) to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). An average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is recorded in the month of May in Virginia City.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Virginia City is 73%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.4 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Virginia City, during May, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.21" (234mm) of snow. In Virginia City, during the entire year, snow falls for 136.1 days and aggregates up to 86.93" (2208mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Virginia City, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of May in Virginia City, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 9:08 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Virginia City is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Virginia City?

In Virginia City, in May, the average high-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Virginia City?

In May, the average relative humidity in Virginia City, Montana, is 73%.

What is the wettest month in Virginia City?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Virginia City, Montana. Rain falls for 14.4 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Virginia City in May?

In Virginia City, Montana, in May, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Virginia City in May?

In Virginia City, in May, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Virginia City have in May?

In Virginia City, the average day length in May is 14h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Virginia City?

On the first day of May in Virginia City, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 9:08 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Virginia City have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Virginia City, Montana, is 9.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Virginia City?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Virginia City, Montana, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine days
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Average temperature in May
Virginia City, MT

Average temperature in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (46°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (7.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Virginia City, MT

Average pressure in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Virginia City, MT

Average wind speed in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Virginia City, MT

Average humidity in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in May
Virginia City, MT

Average rainfall in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Virginia City, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Virginia City, MT

Average snowfall in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 9.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (14.76").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.08").

Average snowfall days in May
Virginia City, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (19.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Virginia City, MT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Virginia City, 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: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Virginia City, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Virginia City, MT

Average UV index in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Virginia City, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in May
Virginia City, MT

Average visibility in May - Virginia City, MT
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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