May weather forecast
Turtle Lake, ND

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Weather in May

In May, Turtle Lake, North Dakota, fully embraces spring's charms. Temperatures continue their upward journey, averaging a pleasant 64.2°F (17.9°C) in the day. No more snowfall is found in this month, as the landscape completely transforms from white to green under the flourishing influence of spring. Residents can anticipate more rainy days, as well as an increase in daylight and sunshine hours. The mood of May is one of growth, vibrancy, and festive anticipation of the summer months ahead.

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) to an enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Turtle Lake's average low-temperature in May is measured at a frosty 46.4°F (8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout May, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Turtle Lake, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Turtle Lake aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Turtle Lake, there are 72.6 snowfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 9min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

In Turtle Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Turtle Lake?

Turtle Lake in May has an average high-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Turtle Lake?

The average relative humidity in May is 61%.

How many days does it rain in May in Turtle Lake?

In May, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout May, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Turtle Lake?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Turtle Lake. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Turtle Lake aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Turtle Lake have in May?

In May, the average day length in Turtle Lake, North Dakota, is 15h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Turtle Lake?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:32 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Turtle Lake have in May?

In Turtle Lake, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Turtle Lake?

In Turtle Lake, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average temperature in May - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average pressure in May - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average wind speed in May - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average humidity in May - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average rainfall in May - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average snowfall in May - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average UV index in May - Turtle Lake, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Turtle Lake, ND

Average visibility in May - Turtle Lake, 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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