May weather forecast
Elgin, OR

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elgin, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

As Elgin welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in April to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). Elgin logs a substantial downturn to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C) during May nights, a considerable shift from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elgin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 20.94" (532mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Elgin aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.6 snowfall days, and 52.4" (1331mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:32 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Elgin is 10.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Elgin, 61.7°F (16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.2°F (2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Elgin, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Elgin, Oregon, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 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. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Elgin aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Elgin?

The average day length in May is 14h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:32 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elgin have in May?

In Elgin, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.5h.

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 medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elgin, OR

Average temperature in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).

Average pressure in May
Elgin, OR

Average pressure in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elgin, OR

Average wind speed in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Elgin, OR

Average humidity in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in May
Elgin, OR

Average rainfall in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Elgin, OR

Average rainfall days in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elgin, OR

Average snowfall in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elgin, OR

Average snowfall days in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elgin, OR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elgin, OR

Average sunshine days in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Elgin, OR

Average UV index in May - Elgin, OR
  • 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
Elgin, OR

Average cloud cover in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
Elgin, OR

Average visibility in May - Elgin, OR
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

Elgin, Oregon, USA

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