May weather forecastEllendale, ND
May
Weather in May
May's weather in Ellendale, North Dakota offers a full embrace of spring, exhibiting characteristics typical of the season. The conspicuous rise in temperature, reaching as high as 65.8°F (18.8°C), marks a distinct departure from the cooler temperatures of the previous month. Moreover, this month becomes the wettest period in the first half of the year. The transition from the spring season in May, to the impending summer season in June, is well demonstrated in the weather conditions. A pundits delight, this month has the most significant increase in daylight hours.Temperature
A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May in Ellendale, changing from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). The average temperature during May nights is registered at a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Ellendale is 66%.Rainfall
In Ellendale, in May, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ellendale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ellendale. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Ellendale aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.6 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Ellendale, North Dakota, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of May, in Ellendale, North Dakota, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:17 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Ellendale, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
In Ellendale, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average humidity in May: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).
Average rainfall in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average rainfall in May: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").
Average rainfall days in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ellendale, ND
- 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: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Ellendale, ND
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).
