May weather forecast
Wahpeton, ND

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Weather in May

As the city of Wahpeton transitions further into spring in the month of May, the weather displays an overall improvement. In this month rainfall levels reach their highest at 2.4in, a significant surge from April. This is in the lead up to June, known for its slightly higher rainfall levels. The presence of plentiful rains is typical of this season with blooming flora. Warmer, longer days and fewer clouds in the sky make May a pleasant and vibrant time to visit Wahpeton.

Temperature

Wahpeton's transition into May marks a considerable rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in April to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). During the May nights, an average temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) is observed in Wahpeton.

Humidity

May and September, with an average relative humidity of 65%, are the least humid months in Wahpeton.

Rainfall

In May, in Wahpeton, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wahpeton, there are 108.3 rainfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Wahpeton aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.6 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Wahpeton is 15h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In Wahpeton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Wahpeton in May?

In May, in Wahpeton, the average high-temperature is 66°F (18.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Wahpeton?

The months with the lowest humidity are May and September, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

What is the average humidity in May in Wahpeton?

In Wahpeton, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.

How much does it rain in Wahpeton in May?

In Wahpeton, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Wahpeton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Wahpeton, North Dakota. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Wahpeton aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

In Wahpeton, North Dakota, the average day length in May is 15h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Wahpeton?

On the first day of May in Wahpeton, North Dakota, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wahpeton have in May?

In Wahpeton, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Wahpeton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Wahpeton is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Wahpeton, ND

Average temperature in May - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°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 (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°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 (3.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Wahpeton, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Wahpeton, ND

Average wind speed in May - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Wahpeton, ND

Average humidity in May - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and September (65%).

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Average rainfall in May
Wahpeton, ND

Average rainfall in May - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in May
Wahpeton, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Wahpeton, ND

Average snowfall in May - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Wahpeton, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 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
Wahpeton, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wahpeton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Wahpeton, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Wahpeton, ND

Average UV index in May - Wahpeton, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Wahpeton, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Wahpeton, ND

Average visibility in May - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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