May weather forecast
Des Lacs, ND

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Des Lacs, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.4°F (8°C) and max 64.4°F (18°C).

Temperature

Des Lacs's weather experiences a significant temperature rise with the arrival of May, soaring from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to a refreshing 64.4°F (18°C). During May, an average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) is observed in Des Lacs, North Dakota.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Des Lacs is 59%.

Rainfall

In Des Lacs, during May, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Des Lacs, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Des Lacs are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Des Lacs aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Des Lacs, North Dakota, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 9:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 9:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Des Lacs is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Des Lacs is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Des Lacs in May?

In Des Lacs, in May, the average high-temperature is 64.4°F (18°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Des Lacs?

In Des Lacs, the average relative humidity in May is 59%.

How much does it rain in Des Lacs in May?

In Des Lacs, in May, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Des Lacs?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Des Lacs. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Des Lacs aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Des Lacs have in May?

In Des Lacs, North Dakota, the average day length in May is 15h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Des Lacs?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 9:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 9:38 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Des Lacs?

The average sunshine duration in May in Des Lacs is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Des Lacs?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate 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
Des Lacs, ND

Average temperature in May - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average pressure in May - Des Lacs, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average wind speed in May - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average humidity in May - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

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Average rainfall in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average rainfall in May - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average snowfall in May - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Des Lacs, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average UV index in May - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in May
Des Lacs, ND

Average visibility in May - Des Lacs, 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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