May weather forecast
Bothell, WA

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Weather in May

May brings a refreshing change in climate, with the Bothell terrain transitioning towards summer. Trees in full bloom, gentle breezes, and growing daylight hours mark the month. A unique characteristic of May is the minimal rainfall with an average of 1.34" (34mm). Amid the bloom and butterflies, the weather steadily morphs, paving the way for the early summer days of June. In hindsight, the beauty of May acts as the perfect interlude between the coolness of departing spring and the upcoming warm summer months.

Temperature

May witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in April to a still refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). Throughout May, Bothell witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bothell, in May, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Bothell, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Bothell, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:58 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

In Bothell, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and a low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in Bothell in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout May, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Bothell, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Bothell have in May?

In Bothell, the average day length in May is 15h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:58 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bothell have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Bothell, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bothell, WA

Average temperature in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (35.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Bothell, WA

Average pressure in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bothell, WA

Average wind speed in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average wind speed in May: 3.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (5.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Bothell, WA

Average humidity in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Bothell, WA

Average rainfall in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Bothell, WA

Average rainfall days in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bothell, WA

Average snowfall in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bothell, WA

Average snowfall days in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Bothell, WA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bothell, WA

Average sunshine days in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Bothell, WA

Average UV index in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bothell, WA

Average cloud cover in May - Bothell, WA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Bothell, WA

Average visibility in May - Bothell, WA
  • 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, March, November and December (5mi).

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