May weather forecast
Cody, WY

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Weather in May

May signals the advent of pleasant spring weather in Cody, Wyoming, with a notable hike in average temperature to 59.4°F (15.2°C). The rainfall continues to nourish the landscape, contributing to the verdant surroundings and the blossoming of diverse flora. With longer daylight hours and decreased cloud cover compared to April, May brings more sunshine, offering ideal conditions for outdoor activities. Despite occasional nippy mornings, the balance between sunshine and rainfall grants May an undeniable spring charm.

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in April to a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C). An average nighttime temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) is noted in Cody during the month of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Cody. In May, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout May, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cody, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.2 days and aggregates up to 21.57" (548mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:53 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Cody, 59.4°F (15.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 40.6°F (4.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Cody?

In May, the average relative humidity is 55%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Cody, Wyoming, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in May?

In Cody, in May, during 2.4 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cody have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:53 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cody have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Cody is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cody, WY

Average temperature in May - Cody, WY
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (15.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Cody, WY

Average pressure in May - Cody, WY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cody, WY

Average wind speed in May - Cody, WY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Cody, WY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).

Average rainfall in May
Cody, WY

Average rainfall in May - Cody, WY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Cody, WY

Average rainfall days in May - Cody, WY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cody, WY

Average snowfall in May - Cody, WY
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cody, WY

Average snowfall days in May - Cody, WY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cody, WY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cody, WY

Average sunshine days in May - Cody, WY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Cody, WY

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Cody, WY

Average cloud cover in May - Cody, WY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Cody, WY

Average visibility in May - Cody, 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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