May weather forecast
Richfield, UT

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Weather in May

May ushers in predominantly warm temperatures, firmly establishing the onset of summer in Richfield, Utah. The weather during this month is mostly dry, with a significant drop in precipitation from 1.81" (46mm) in April to 1.42" (36mm). Blue skies, longer sunshine hours, and comfortable temperatures define the daytime ambiance. The month also sees a decrease in cloud cover, allowing unhindered sunrays to warm the earth. While mornings and evenings remain relatively cool, afternoons become increasingly warmer symbolizing the summer's arrival.

Temperature

Richfield's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C). With a significant temperature contrast, nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 39°F (3.9°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

In Richfield, in May, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Richfield, there are 109.4 rainfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Richfield are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Richfield aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Richfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.3 days and aggregates up to 41.5" (1054mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, in Richfield, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:47 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Richfield is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Richfield?

During May, Richfield experiences an average high-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and a low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Richfield, the average relative humidity in May is 44%.

How many days does it rain in May in Richfield?

In Richfield, during May, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Richfield aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richfield have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:47 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Richfield, UT

Average temperature in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Richfield, UT

Average pressure in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Richfield, UT

Average wind speed in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Richfield, UT

Average humidity in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average humidity in May: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

Average rainfall in May
Richfield, UT

Average rainfall in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.42"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and April (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Richfield, UT

Average rainfall days in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Richfield, UT

Average snowfall in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Richfield, UT

Average snowfall days in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Richfield, UT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Richfield, UT

Average sunshine days in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February, April and July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Richfield, UT

Average UV index in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Richfield, UT

Average cloud cover in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Richfield, UT

Average visibility in May - Richfield, UT
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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