May weather forecastBenton, CA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Benton, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.4°F (14.1°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).Temperature
As Benton enters May, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) of April to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). Throughout May, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 37.2°F (2.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 46%.Rainfall
In Benton, in May, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 51.4 days and collects up to 9.21" (234mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.9 snowfall days, in May, Benton aggregates 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 42.72" (1085mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:09 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In Benton, the average sunshine in May is 11.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Benton, CA
- Average high temperature in May: 57.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 37.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Benton, CA
- Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Benton, CA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Benton, CA
- Average humidity in May: 46%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (29%).
Average rainfall in May
Benton, CA
- Average rainfall in May: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Benton, CA
- Average rainfall days in May: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Benton, CA
- Average snowfall in May: 1.22"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Benton, CA
- Average snowfall days in May: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Benton, CA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Benton, CA
- Average sunshine days in May: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (18.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Benton, CA
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Benton, CA
- Average cloud cover in May: 13
The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in May
Benton, CA
- 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).
