May weather forecast
Casper, WY

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The calm North Platte River flowing through downtown Casper in Wyoming
The calm North Platte River flowing through downtown Casper in Wyoming

Weather in May

May signifies the precursor to summer months in Casper, Wyoming. Transitioning into the hotter season, May receives the highest amount of rainfall over the year, 1.77" (45mm). Under splendid sunshine extending up to 14.7 hours, this month witnesses an amazing bloom of flora. The warm days with the mercury climbing around 61.3°F (16.3°C) offers an invigorating atmosphere. While occasional rain showers bring freshness, the onset of warmer days brings new vigor and vitality to Casper.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Casper's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). Throughout May, the temperature in Casper tends to fall to a consistent average low of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 55%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Casper. During 2.1 snowfall days, in May, Casper aggregates 2.83" (72mm) of snow. In Casper, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 32.13" (816mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Casper, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, in Casper, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:36 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Casper is 10.8h.

UV index

In Casper, Wyoming, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Casper?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Casper, is 61.3°F (16.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Casper?

In Casper, Wyoming, the average relative humidity in May is 55%.

What is the rainiest month in Casper?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Casper. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Casper?

In Casper, Wyoming, in May, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Casper?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.1 snowfall days, in May, Casper aggregates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Casper have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Casper?

On the first day of May in Casper, Wyoming, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:36 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Casper?

In Casper, Wyoming, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Casper?

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

Average temperature in May - Casper, WY
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Casper, WY

Average pressure in May - Casper, WY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Casper, WY

Average wind speed in May - Casper, WY
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Casper, WY

Average humidity in May - Casper, WY
  • Average humidity in May: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (37%).

Average rainfall in May
Casper, WY

Average rainfall in May - Casper, WY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, August and September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Casper, WY

Average rainfall days in May - Casper, WY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Casper, WY

Average snowfall in May - Casper, WY
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Casper, WY

Average snowfall days in May - Casper, WY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Casper, WY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Casper, WY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Casper, WY

Average sunshine days in May - Casper, WY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Casper, WY

Average UV index in May - Casper, WY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Casper, WY

Average cloud cover in May - Casper, WY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Casper, WY

Average visibility in May - Casper, WY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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