May weather forecast
Benton City, WA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Benton City, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 73°F (22.8°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in April to an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C). Benton City, after an intense day, registers a significant cooling to an average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In Benton City, the average relative humidity in May is 48%.

Rainfall

In Benton City, in May, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Benton City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.1 days and collects up to 6.89" (175mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Benton City, snow does not fall in April through August and October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:41 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Benton City, the average sunshine in May is 11h.

UV index

In Benton City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Benton City in May?

Benton City in May has an average high-temperature of 73°F (22.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Benton City, the average relative humidity in May is 48%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Benton City, in May, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Benton City, snow does not fall in April through August and October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:41 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Benton City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Benton City, WA

Average temperature in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average high temperature in May: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Benton City, WA

Average pressure in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Benton City, WA

Average wind speed in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Benton City, WA

Average humidity in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average humidity in May: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (36%).

Average rainfall in May
Benton City, WA

Average rainfall in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Benton City, WA

Average rainfall days in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Benton City, WA

Average snowfall in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Benton City, WA

Average snowfall days in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Benton City, WA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Benton City, WA

Average sunshine days in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (16.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Benton City, WA

Average UV index in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Benton City, WA

Average cloud cover in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Benton City, WA

Average visibility in May - Benton City, WA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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