May weather forecast
Chester, ID

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Chester, Idaho, with an average temperature varying between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C). Despite a significant deviation from daily highs, May sees an average nighttime temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chester, in May, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.5 rainfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Chester. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Chester aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Chester, during the entire year, snow falls for 83.8 days and aggregates up to 41.93" (1065mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of May, in Chester, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:01 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Chester?

Chester in May has an average high-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Chester?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Chester?

In May, in Chester, Idaho, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout May, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Chester?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Chester aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Chester?

The average day length in May in Chester, Idaho, is 14h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Chester?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chester, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:01 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Chester?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Chester, Idaho, is 11h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Chester?

In Chester, Idaho, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Chester, ID

Average temperature in May - Chester, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Chester, ID

Average pressure in May - Chester, ID
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Chester, ID

Average wind speed in May - Chester, ID
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Chester, ID

Average humidity in May - Chester, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

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Average rainfall in May
Chester, ID

Average rainfall in May - Chester, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in May
Chester, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Chester, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Chester, ID

Average snowfall in May - Chester, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Chester, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Chester, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chester, ID

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chester, ID
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Chester, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Chester, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Chester, ID

Average UV index in May - Chester, ID
  • 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Chester, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Chester, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in May
Chester, ID

Average visibility in May - Chester, ID
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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