May weather forecast
Standing Rock, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Standing Rock, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

With the start of May, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from April's mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). A notable decrease from the day's highest temperature marks May, culminating in an average low of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 30%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are May and June Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Standing Rock aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Standing Rock, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:23 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Standing Rock is 11.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Standing Rock in May?

Standing Rock in May has an average high-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 30%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are May and June Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in May in Standing Rock?

In Standing Rock, during May, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Standing Rock?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Standing Rock aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in Standing Rock is 14h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:23 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Standing Rock have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average temperature in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average pressure in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average wind speed in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average humidity in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average rainfall in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average snowfall in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average UV index in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Standing Rock, NM

Average visibility in May - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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