May weather forecast
John Day, OR

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The iconic Painted Hills in the famous John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Oregon
The iconic Painted Hills in the famous John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Oregon

Weather in May

May carries the warmth of spring into John Day, Oregon, promising pleasant weather conditions. Rainfall measures 1.65" (42mm), making it relatively drier compared to the preceding months. With the rise in temperature, outdoor activities become more popular among residents and tourists. The ambient pressure tends to slightly drop in May, although weather changes remain subtle. Despite this, gusty winds might occasionally sweep through the town, keeping the heat at bay.

Temperature

As April transitions into May, John Day sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). John Day in May observes a sharp transition from the daytime heat, falling to an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In John Day, the average relative humidity in May is 63%.

Rainfall

In John Day, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 17.09" (434mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in John Day. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, John Day aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in John Day, there are 62.5 snowfall days, and 39.17" (995mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In John Day, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:32 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in John Day, Oregon, during May are 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 63%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In John Day, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in John Day?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, John Day aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In John Day, the average day length in May is 14h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:32 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in John Day is 10.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in John Day is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
John Day, OR

Average temperature in May - John Day, OR
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.6°F).

Average pressure in May
John Day, OR

Average pressure in May - John Day, OR
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
John Day, OR

Average wind speed in May - John Day, OR
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in May
John Day, OR

Average humidity in May - John Day, OR
  • Average humidity in May: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in May
John Day, OR

Average rainfall in May - John Day, OR
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
John Day, OR

Average rainfall days in May - John Day, OR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
John Day, OR

Average snowfall in May - John Day, OR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
John Day, OR

Average snowfall days in May - John Day, OR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
John Day, OR

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
John Day, OR

Average sunshine days in May - John Day, OR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in May
John Day, OR

Average UV index in May - John Day, OR
  • 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
John Day, OR

Average cloud cover in May - John Day, OR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
John Day, OR

Average visibility in May - John Day, OR
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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