May weather forecast
Sweetwater, ND

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in April to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). Sweetwater, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C).

Humidity

In Sweetwater, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in May is 63%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Sweetwater, North Dakota, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of May, in Sweetwater, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 9:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Sweetwater, the average high-temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sweetwater, North Dakota, in May, during 12 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 9:27 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sweetwater have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Sweetwater, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sweetwater, ND

Average temperature in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average pressure in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average wind speed in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average humidity in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average rainfall in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average snowfall in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average UV index in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average visibility in May - Sweetwater, 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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