May weather forecast
Elk Mountain, WY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elk Mountain, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in April to a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C). Throughout May, the temperature in Elk Mountain falls to an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Elk Mountain, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

Rainfall

In Elk Mountain, during May, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Elk Mountain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.6 days and collects up to 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elk Mountain are January through June, September through December. In Elk Mountain, in May, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elk Mountain, there are 100.7 snowfall days, and 54.45" (1383mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elk Mountain, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, in Elk Mountain, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:33 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

In Elk Mountain, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elk Mountain in May?

In May, in Elk Mountain, the average high-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elk Mountain?

In May, the average relative humidity in Elk Mountain, Wyoming, is 56%.

How much does it rain in Elk Mountain in May?

In Elk Mountain, during May, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elk Mountain in May?

In Elk Mountain, in May, during 5 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Elk Mountain?

The average day length in May in Elk Mountain is 14h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Elk Mountain?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elk Mountain, Wyoming, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:33 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Mountain have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Elk Mountain, Wyoming, is 10.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Elk Mountain?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Elk Mountain is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average temperature in May - Elk Mountain, WY
  • Average high temperature in May: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (12.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average pressure in May - Elk Mountain, WY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average wind speed in May - Elk Mountain, WY
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average humidity in May - Elk Mountain, WY
  • Average humidity in May: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average rainfall in May - Elk Mountain, WY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average rainfall days in May - Elk Mountain, WY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average snowfall in May - Elk Mountain, WY
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average snowfall days in May - Elk Mountain, WY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elk Mountain, 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: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average sunshine days in May - Elk Mountain, WY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average UV index in May - Elk Mountain, WY
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average cloud cover in May - Elk Mountain, WY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Elk Mountain, WY

Average visibility in May - Elk Mountain, 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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