May weather forecast
Clifton, ID

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Clifton, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average high of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). Clifton, after hot May days, encounters a marked drop to an average nighttime temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In Clifton, Idaho, the average relative humidity in May is 60%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.4 days and collects up to 18.27" (464mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Clifton, Idaho. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Clifton aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 83.8 snowfall days, and 60.12" (1527mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Clifton is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:57 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Clifton is 10.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Clifton?

The high-temperature, in May, in Clifton, records 61.2°F (16.2°C), while the low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Clifton?

In May, the average relative humidity in Clifton is 60%.

How much does it rain in Clifton in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Clifton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Clifton, Idaho. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Clifton aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Clifton?

On the first day of May in Clifton, Idaho, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:57 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clifton have in May?

In Clifton, Idaho, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Clifton?

In Clifton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Clifton, ID

Average temperature in May - Clifton, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Clifton, ID

Average pressure in May - Clifton, ID
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Clifton, ID

Average wind speed in May - Clifton, ID
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Clifton, ID

Average humidity in May - Clifton, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

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Average rainfall in May
Clifton, ID

Average rainfall in May - Clifton, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in May
Clifton, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Clifton, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Clifton, ID

Average snowfall in May - Clifton, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Clifton, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Clifton, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clifton, ID
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Clifton, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Clifton, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Clifton, ID

Average UV index in May - Clifton, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Clifton, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Clifton, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in May
Clifton, ID

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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