May weather forecast
Fort Benton, MT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Fort Benton, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 63°F (17.2°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

In Fort Benton, the average high-temperature in May rises, from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in April, to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Fort Benton is 57%.

Rainfall

In Fort Benton, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.1 rainfall days, and 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Benton, Montana, are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Fort Benton aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Fort Benton, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 29.37" (746mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 11min.
On the first day of May in Fort Benton, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 9:12 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Fort Benton is 10.4h.

UV index

In Fort Benton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May translates into the following guidance:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Benton in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Fort Benton, records 63°F (17.2°C), while the low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Fort Benton?

In May, the average relative humidity in Fort Benton is 57%.

How many days does it rain in May in Fort Benton?

In Fort Benton, during May, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Fort Benton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Fort Benton. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Fort Benton aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Fort Benton?

The average day length in May is 15h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Fort Benton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Benton, Montana, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 9:12 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Benton have in May?

In Fort Benton, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Fort Benton?

In Fort Benton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average temperature in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average pressure in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average wind speed in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average humidity in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average rainfall in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average snowfall in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.2 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
Fort Benton, MT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average UV index in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in May
Fort Benton, MT

Average visibility in May - Fort Benton, MT
  • 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).

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