May weather forecast
Buxton, ND

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Buxton, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 64.9°F (18.3°C) and min 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

Buxton experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in April to a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C). Buxton temperatures generally rest at a low of 48.2°F (9°C) during the May nights.

Humidity

In Buxton, the average relative humidity in May is 63%.

Rainfall

In Buxton, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Buxton aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Buxton, there are 66.9 snowfall days, and 20.43" (519mm) 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 6:09 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 9:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Buxton, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Buxton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature during May is 64.9°F (18.3°C) and the low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Buxton, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Buxton aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Buxton have in May?

In May, the average day length in Buxton is 15h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 9:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buxton have in May?

In Buxton, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading 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
Buxton, ND

Average temperature in May - Buxton, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Buxton, ND

Average pressure in May - Buxton, ND
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Buxton, ND

Average wind speed in May - Buxton, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Buxton, ND

Average humidity in May - Buxton, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Buxton, ND

Average rainfall in May - Buxton, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Buxton, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Buxton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Buxton, ND

Average snowfall in May - Buxton, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Buxton, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Buxton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buxton, ND
  • 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Buxton, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Buxton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Buxton, ND

Average UV index in May - Buxton, ND
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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
Buxton, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Buxton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Buxton, ND

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

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

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