May weather forecast
Butte, ND

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Butte, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals a considerable escalation in the average high-temperature, advancing from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in April to a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). Butte, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Butte is 62%.

Rainfall

In Butte, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Butte aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Butte, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.8 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Butte, North Dakota, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of May, in Butte, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

In Butte, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Butte?

Butte in May has an average high-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Butte?

In May, the average relative humidity in Butte is 62%.

How many days does it rain in May in Butte?

In Butte, North Dakota, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Butte?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Butte. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Butte aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Butte?

On the first day of May in Butte, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:32 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Butte have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Butte is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Butte?

In Butte, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Butte, ND

Average temperature in May - Butte, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Butte, ND

Average pressure in May - Butte, ND
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Butte, ND

Average wind speed in May - Butte, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Butte, ND

Average humidity in May - Butte, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

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Average rainfall in May
Butte, ND

Average rainfall in May - Butte, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in May
Butte, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Butte, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Butte, ND

Average snowfall in May - Butte, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Butte, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Butte, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16 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
Butte, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Butte, ND
  • 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: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Butte, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Butte, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Butte, ND

Average UV index in May - Butte, ND
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Butte, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Butte, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Butte, ND

Average visibility in May - Butte, ND
  • 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, March and December (5mi).

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