May weather forecast
Montana, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Montana, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). In May, Montana records an average nighttime temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Montana aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 29.09" (739mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Montana in May?

In Montana, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Montana, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 20.3 days. Throughout May, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Montana aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Montana have in May?

In Montana, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Montana have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Montana, WV

Average temperature in May - Montana, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Montana, WV

Average pressure in May - Montana, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Montana, WV

Average wind speed in May - Montana, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Montana, WV

Average humidity in May - Montana, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Montana, WV

Average rainfall in May - Montana, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Montana, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Montana, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Montana, WV

Average snowfall in May - Montana, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Montana, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Montana, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Montana, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Montana, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Montana, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Montana, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Montana, WV

Average UV index in May - Montana, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Montana, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Montana, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Montana, WV

Average visibility in May - Montana, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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