May weather forecast
Forks, WA

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Large rocks near a tall cliff in the section of the iconic Second Beach in Forks, Washington
Large rocks near a tall cliff in the section of the iconic Second Beach in Forks, Washington

Weather in May

With the average high temperature jumping to 58.3°F (14.6°C), May signifies the gradual approach of the warm season. The winds become milder, ushering in a comforting calm over the city. The shy spring sunshine confidently asserts its stay, stretching up to 15.2 hours of daylight. Rainfall reaches its annual low, rendering the verdant landscape a perfect backdrop for picnics and other daytime outings. The pleasant May weather embraces Forks with moderate warmth, interspersed with refreshing drizzles.

Temperature

As Forks transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in April to a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C). May in Forks generally records an average low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

May and July, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Forks, during May, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. In Forks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 10.79" (274mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 9:08 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Forks, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Forks, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during May translates into the following guidance:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Forks, in May, the average high-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

May and July, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Forks, in May, during 7 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Forks, snow does not fall in April through December.

How many hours of daylight does Forks have in May?

The average day length in May in Forks is 15h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 9:08 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Forks have in May?

In Forks, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Forks, WA
  • Average high temperature in May: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (37°F).

Average pressure in May
Forks, WA

Average pressure in May - Forks, WA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Forks, WA

Average wind speed in May - Forks, WA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Forks, WA

Average humidity in May - Forks, WA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and July (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Forks, WA

Average rainfall in May - Forks, WA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in May
Forks, WA

Average rainfall days in May - Forks, WA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Forks, WA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Forks, WA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Forks, WA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Forks, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Forks, WA

Average sunshine days in May - Forks, WA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Forks, WA

Average UV index in May - Forks, WA
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Forks, WA

Average cloud cover in May - Forks, WA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Forks, WA

Average visibility in May - Forks, WA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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