May weather forecast
Cavalier, ND

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Weather in May

May in Cavalier, North Dakota is the herald of upcoming summer. The notable rise in temperature is accompanied by the city witnessing its maximum rainfall during the year at 1.93" (49mm). Such spurts of rain interspersed with sunny spells truly highlight the unpredictable nature of weather this month. As Cavalier bids goodbye to spring's capricious weather, it ushers in the enjoyment of early summer in June.

Temperature

Cavalier's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of May, as the average high-temperature moves from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in April to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C). In Cavalier, the nighttime temperature averages to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

In Cavalier, during May, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Cavalier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.7 days and collects up to 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Cavalier. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Cavalier aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Cavalier, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.1 days and aggregates up to 18.07" (459mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cavalier, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 9:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in May transforms into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cavalier in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and a low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 62%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Cavalier, during May, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Cavalier aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Cavalier, the average day length in May is 15h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cavalier?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cavalier, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 9:24 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cavalier have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Cavalier, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Cavalier, ND

Average temperature in May - Cavalier, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Cavalier, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cavalier, ND

Average wind speed in May - Cavalier, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Cavalier, ND

Average humidity in May - Cavalier, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in May
Cavalier, ND

Average rainfall in May - Cavalier, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Cavalier, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Cavalier, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cavalier, ND

Average snowfall in May - Cavalier, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cavalier, ND

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cavalier, ND
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cavalier, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Cavalier, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Cavalier, ND

Average UV index in May - Cavalier, ND
  • 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
Cavalier, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Cavalier, ND

Average visibility in May - Cavalier, 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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