May weather forecast
Russell, ND

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Russell, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.8°F (7.1°C) and max 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of May witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in April to an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C). In the month of May, Russell records a consistent average low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

In Russell, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

In Russell, in May, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.7 rainfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Russell aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Russell, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.1 days and aggregates up to 24.17" (614mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Russell, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 9:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Russell, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Russell?

During May, Russell experiences an average high-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and a low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout May, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Russell aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Russell have in May?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Russell, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 9:37 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Russell have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Russell is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Russell, ND

Average temperature in May - Russell, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Russell, ND

Average pressure in May - Russell, 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
Russell, ND

Average wind speed in May - Russell, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Russell, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Russell, ND

Average rainfall in May - Russell, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Russell, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Russell, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Russell, ND

Average snowfall in May - Russell, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Russell, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Russell, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Russell, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Russell, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Russell, ND

Average UV index in May - Russell, 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
Russell, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Russell, ND

Average visibility in May - Russell, 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 and February (4mi).

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