May weather forecast
Tower City, ND

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Tower City, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 64.6°F (18.1°C) and min 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a cool 50°F (10°C) in April to a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C). During the May nights, an average temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 65%.

Rainfall

In Tower City, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94.8 rainfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Tower City aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.2 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 9:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Tower City, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Tower City, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Tower City in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Tower City, is 64.6°F (18.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Tower City is 65%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Tower City, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Tower City aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tower City have in May?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 9:17 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Tower City?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Tower City, ND

Average temperature in May - Tower City, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Tower City, ND

Average pressure in May - Tower City, 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
Tower City, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Tower City, ND

Average humidity in May - Tower City, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Tower City, ND

Average rainfall in May - Tower City, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Tower City, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Tower City, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tower City, ND

Average snowfall in May - Tower City, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tower City, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Tower City, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tower City, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tower City, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tower City, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Tower City, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Tower City, ND

Average UV index in May - Tower City, ND
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Tower City, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Tower City, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Tower City, ND

Average visibility in May - Tower City, ND
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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