May weather forecast
Velva, ND

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Velva, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.4°F (8°C) and 64.4°F (18°C).

Temperature

May brings a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving up from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C). Velva's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 46.4°F (8°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 59%.

Rainfall

In Velva, during May, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Velva aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

In Velva, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Velva experiences an average high-temperature of 64.4°F (18°C) and a low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 59%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Velva, during May, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Velva. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Velva aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Velva have in May?

The average day length in May is 15h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:34 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Velva have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Velva, ND

Average temperature in May - Velva, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Velva, ND

Average pressure in May - Velva, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Velva, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Velva, ND

Average humidity in May - Velva, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in May
Velva, ND

Average rainfall in May - Velva, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Velva, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Velva, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Velva, ND

Average snowfall in May - Velva, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Velva, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Velva, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Velva, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Velva, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Velva, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Velva, ND

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Velva, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Velva, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Velva, ND

Average visibility in May - Velva, 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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