May weather forecast
Thurston, OR

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Thurston, Oregon, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.8°F (18.8°C) and min 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

Thurston in May observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Thurston anticipates a pronounced temperature drop from daily highs during the nights of May, with an average low of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Thurston, Oregon, in May, during 9.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.9 rainfall days, and 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Thurston, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:47 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in May leads to these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Thurston, is 65.8°F (18.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Thurston, in May, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Thurston, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:47 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thurston have in May?

In Thurston, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Thurston, OR

Average temperature in May - Thurston, OR
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.6°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 (33.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Thurston, OR

Average pressure in May - Thurston, OR
  • Average pressure in May: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Thurston, OR

Average wind speed in May - Thurston, OR
  • Average wind speed in May: 4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (4.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (3.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Thurston, OR

Average humidity in May - Thurston, OR
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Thurston, OR

Average rainfall in May - Thurston, OR
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
Thurston, OR

Average rainfall days in May - Thurston, OR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Thurston, OR

Average snowfall in May - Thurston, OR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Thurston, OR

Average snowfall days in May - Thurston, OR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Thurston, OR

Average sunshine days in May - Thurston, OR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Thurston, OR

Average UV index in May - Thurston, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Thurston, OR

Average cloud cover in May - Thurston, OR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Thurston, OR

Average visibility in May - Thurston, OR
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (4mi).

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