May weather forecast
Kief, ND

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kief, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a clear temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 62%.

Rainfall

In Kief, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) 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, Kief aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Kief, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.8 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:55 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 9:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 46°F (7.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Kief?

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Kief, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Kief aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kief have in May?

The average day length in May is 15h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 9:32 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kief have in May?

In Kief, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Kief, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kief, ND

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°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 (3°F).

Average pressure in May
Kief, ND

Average pressure in May - Kief, 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
Kief, ND

Average wind speed in May - Kief, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Kief, ND

Average humidity in May - Kief, 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 (57%).

Average rainfall in May
Kief, ND

Average rainfall in May - Kief, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Kief, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Kief, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kief, ND

Average snowfall in May - Kief, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kief, ND

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kief, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Kief, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Kief, ND

Average UV index in May - Kief, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Kief, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Kief, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Kief, ND

Average visibility in May - Kief, 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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