May weather forecast
Yelm, WA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Yelm, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Yelm's transition into May sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) in April to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Significant variation from daytime temperatures marks May in Yelm, with the month recording a nightly average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In Yelm, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Yelm, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Yelm, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.1 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Yelm, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 5min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:57 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Yelm, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Yelm, is 64.9°F (18.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout May, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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 Yelm have in May?

In Yelm, the average day length in May is 15h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:57 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Yelm have in May?

In Yelm, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Yelm, WA
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (32.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Yelm, WA

Average pressure in May - Yelm, WA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Yelm, WA

Average wind speed in May - Yelm, WA
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Yelm, WA

Average humidity in May - Yelm, WA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Yelm, WA

Average rainfall in May - Yelm, WA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Yelm, WA

Average rainfall days in May - Yelm, WA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Yelm, WA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Yelm, WA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 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
Yelm, WA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Yelm, WA

Average sunshine days in May - Yelm, WA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Yelm, WA

Average UV index in May - Yelm, 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
Yelm, WA

Average cloud cover in May - Yelm, WA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Yelm, WA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (4mi).

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