May weather forecast
Richardton, ND

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Richardton, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 64°F (17.8°C) and min 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in April to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C). The temperature in Richardton lowers to an average of 45.7°F (7.6°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 61%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Richardton are May and July, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Richardton. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Richardton aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Richardton, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.7 days and aggregates up to 19.72" (501mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, in Richardton, sunrise is at 4:58 am and sunset at 8:35 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Richardton is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Richardton in May?

In May, in Richardton, the average high-temperature is 64°F (17.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Richardton?

The average relative humidity in May in Richardton, North Dakota, is 61%.

What is the rainiest month in Richardton?

The wettest months in Richardton, North Dakota, are May and July, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in May in Richardton?

In May, in Richardton, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout May, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Richardton?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Richardton aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richardton have in May?

In Richardton, North Dakota, the average day length in May is 15h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Richardton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richardton, sunrise is at 4:58 am and sunset at 8:35 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Richardton have in May?

In Richardton, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Richardton?

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

Average temperature in May
Richardton, ND

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Richardton, ND

Average pressure in May - Richardton, ND
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Richardton, ND

Average wind speed in May - Richardton, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Richardton, ND

Average humidity in May - Richardton, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in May
Richardton, ND

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Richardton, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Richardton, ND

Average snowfall in May - Richardton, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Richardton, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Richardton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Richardton, 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Richardton, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Richardton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Richardton, ND

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Richardton, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Richardton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Richardton, ND

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

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

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