May weather forecast
Buchanan, ND

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Buchanan, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average high of 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C). Buchanan's average low-temperature in May is measured at a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 64%.

Rainfall

In Buchanan, during May, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 96.6 rainfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buchanan are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Buchanan. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Buchanan aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Buchanan, there are 63 snowfall days, and 20.91" (531mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 9:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Buchanan, North Dakota, is 8.9h.

UV index

In Buchanan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Buchanan in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Buchanan, is 64°F (17.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.8°F (8.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Buchanan?

In Buchanan, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in May is 64%.

How many days does it rain in May in Buchanan?

In Buchanan, North Dakota, in May, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Buchanan?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Buchanan, North Dakota. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Buchanan aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Buchanan have in May?

In Buchanan, North Dakota, the average day length in May is 15h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Buchanan?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buchanan, North Dakota, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 9:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buchanan have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Buchanan, North Dakota, is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Buchanan?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Buchanan, North Dakota, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Buchanan, ND

Average temperature in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Buchanan, ND

Average pressure in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Buchanan, ND

Average wind speed in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Buchanan, ND

Average humidity in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in May
Buchanan, ND

Average rainfall in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Buchanan, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Buchanan, ND

Average snowfall in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Buchanan, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Buchanan, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Buchanan, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in May
Buchanan, ND

Average UV index in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Buchanan, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Buchanan, ND

Average visibility in May - Buchanan, ND
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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