May weather forecast
West Fargo, ND

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Weather in May

May in West Fargo heralds the onset of warmer weather and an escalation in outdoor activities. The city awakens from its long, cold slumber with the promise of sunny days ahead. This period typically sees residents soaking up the sun, chasing the refreshing breeze under cloudless skies. All signs of winter completely dissipate, leaving behind green landscapes and bright flora. Embracing a true spring climate, May showcases a leap in temperatures, achieving highs and lows ranging from 48.7°F (9.3°C) to 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a significant increase in average high-temperatures, soaring from April's cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During May, the average low-temperature is recorded at a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In West Fargo, in May, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Fargo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.5 days and collects up to 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation.

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, West Fargo aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.4 snowfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Fargo, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 9:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In West Fargo, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In West Fargo, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and a low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In West Fargo, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in May is 64%.

How much does it rain in May?

In West Fargo, in May, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, West Fargo aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Fargo have in May?

In May, the average day length in West Fargo is 15h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 9:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In West Fargo, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in West Fargo is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Fargo, ND

Average temperature in May - West Fargo, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in May
West Fargo, ND

Average pressure in May - West Fargo, ND
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West Fargo, ND

Average wind speed in May - West Fargo, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in May
West Fargo, ND

Average humidity in May - West Fargo, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

Average rainfall in May
West Fargo, ND

Average rainfall in May - West Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
West Fargo, ND

Average rainfall days in May - West Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Fargo, ND

Average snowfall in May - West Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Fargo, ND

Average snowfall days in May - West Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Fargo, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Fargo, 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 5min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Fargo, ND

Average sunshine days in May - West Fargo, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
West Fargo, ND

Average UV index in May - West Fargo, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
West Fargo, ND

Average cloud cover in May - West Fargo, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

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

Average visibility in May
West Fargo, ND

Average visibility in May - West Fargo, 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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