May weather forecast
Cottonwood, ID

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cottonwood, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.8°F (3.8°C) and max 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Temperature

Cottonwood experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). The nighttime average for Cottonwood in May plummets considerably from its daytime counterpart, resting at an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Cottonwood is 73%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cottonwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In May, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cottonwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 112.2 days and aggregates up to 105.79" (2687mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Cottonwood is 14h and 59min.
On the first day of May in Cottonwood, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 8:28 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cottonwood is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cottonwood in May?

Cottonwood in May has an average high-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cottonwood?

The average relative humidity in May in Cottonwood, Idaho, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Cottonwood in May?

In Cottonwood, in May, during 17.6 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cottonwood in May?

In Cottonwood, during May, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cottonwood have in May?

In May, the average day length in Cottonwood, Idaho, is 14h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cottonwood?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cottonwood, sunrise is at 4:57 am and sunset at 8:28 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cottonwood?

In Cottonwood, Idaho, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Cottonwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cottonwood, ID

Average temperature in May - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cottonwood, ID

Average pressure in May - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cottonwood, ID

Average wind speed in May - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average wind speed in May: 4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and November (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cottonwood, ID

Average humidity in May - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall in May - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cottonwood, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall in May - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23.11").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cottonwood, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.9 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
Cottonwood, ID

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cottonwood, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cottonwood, ID

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Cottonwood, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Cottonwood, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in May
Cottonwood, ID

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

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

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