May weather forecastCarrington, ND
May
Weather in May
May signifies the onset of a warmer climate in Carrington. Longer daylight hours provide residents with adequate time to partake in outdoor activities. This is paid for with an increased rainfall of 2.09" (53mm), leading to vibrant green landscapes. The UV index also edges up to 4, a key indicator of the need for sun protection. Despite a rise in humidity to 64%, May is the month where Carrington truly transitions into summer.Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Carrington's temperature drops to an average low of 46.6°F (8.1°C) during the nights of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 64%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout May, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carrington, there are 87.8 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Carrington aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Carrington, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 65 days and aggregates up to 20.91" (531mm) of snow.Daylight
In Carrington, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 9:25 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Carrington, ND
- Average high temperature in May: 63.5°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.6°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 (2.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Carrington, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Carrington, ND
- Average wind speed in May: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Carrington, ND
- Average humidity in May: 64%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).
Average rainfall in May
Carrington, ND
- Average rainfall in May: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").
Average rainfall days in May
Carrington, ND
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Carrington, ND
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Carrington, ND
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Carrington, ND
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Carrington, ND
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).
Average UV index in May
Carrington, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Carrington, ND
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Carrington, 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).
