May weather forecast
Red Desert, WY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Red Desert, Wyoming, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.7°F (15.4°C) and min 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 50%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout May, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Red Desert, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.7 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in May, Red Desert aggregates 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Red Desert, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.6 days and aggregates up to 33.39" (848mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:40 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Red Desert, the average sunshine in May is 11h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in May transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Red Desert?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 50%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Red Desert, in May, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in May, Red Desert aggregates 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:40 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Red Desert have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Red Desert, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Red Desert, WY

Average temperature in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Red Desert, WY

Average pressure in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Red Desert, WY

Average wind speed in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Red Desert, WY

Average humidity in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average humidity in May: 50%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (35%).

Average rainfall in May
Red Desert, WY

Average rainfall in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Red Desert, WY

Average rainfall days in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Red Desert, WY

Average snowfall in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Red Desert, WY

Average snowfall days in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Red Desert, WY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Red Desert, WY

Average sunshine days in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Red Desert, WY

Average UV index in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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
Red Desert, WY

Average cloud cover in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Red Desert, WY

Average visibility in May - Red Desert, WY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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