May weather forecast
Lawton, ND

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Lawton, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.4°F (8°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Lawton experiences a significant increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in April to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). In Lawton, the expected average low-temperature for May is a frosty 46.4°F (8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lawton, in May, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lawton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.3 days and collects up to 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Lawton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Lawton, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.3 days and aggregates up to 18.9" (480mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 9:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Lawton, is 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 63%.

How much does it rain in Lawton in May?

In Lawton, North Dakota, during May, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Lawton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lawton have in May?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 9:25 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lawton have in May?

In Lawton, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lawton, ND

Average temperature in May - Lawton, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

Average pressure in May
Lawton, ND

Average pressure in May - Lawton, ND
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"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
Lawton, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Lawton, ND

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Lawton, ND

Average rainfall in May - Lawton, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Lawton, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Lawton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lawton, ND

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lawton, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Lawton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lawton, 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 24min).

  • 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
Lawton, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Lawton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Lawton, ND

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

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
Lawton, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Lawton, ND

Average visibility in May - Lawton, 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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