Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The start of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in April to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Following the sharp contrast to daytime warmth, an average nighttime temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) gets registered in Elk during May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 64%.Rainfall
In Elk, in May, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elk, there are 124.9 rainfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Elk aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.2 snowfall days, and 42.99" (1092mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 15h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, in Elk, Washington, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 8:40 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Elk is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Elk?
What is the average humidity in May in Elk?
How many days does it rain in May in Elk?
What is the last month it snows in Elk?
What is the average length of the day in May in Elk?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Elk?
How long on average sun shines in May in Elk?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Elk?
Average temperature in May
Elk, WA
- Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 41.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Elk, WA
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Elk, WA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4mph).
Average humidity in May
Elk, WA
- Average humidity in May: 64%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).
Average rainfall in May
Elk, WA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.31").
Average rainfall days in May
Elk, WA
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Elk, WA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (13.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Elk, WA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elk, WA
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elk, WA
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (9.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Elk, WA
- 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Elk, WA
- Average cloud cover in May: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in May
Elk, WA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).
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