May weather forecast
Washburn, ND

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Weather in May

May in Washburn turns the dial up with temperatures reaching a warm 64.2°F (17.9°C). The month marks the advent of increased rainfall, quenching the thirst of nature rejuvenated during spring. With significantly longer daylight hours, the outdoors become a lively hive of festivities and activities. The wind speed tones down, aiding the pleasantly warming atmosphere. May paints Washburn with bold strokes of vibrant greens and blue skies.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Washburn experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in April to a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C). During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 46.4°F (8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Washburn, the average relative humidity in May is 61%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout May, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Washburn, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Washburn are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Washburn aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Washburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.6 days and aggregates up to 21.14" (537mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Washburn is 15h and 7min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 9:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Washburn, North Dakota, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

In Washburn, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Washburn?

During May, Washburn experiences an average high-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and a low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Washburn?

In May, the average relative humidity in Washburn, North Dakota, is 61%.

How much does it rain in Washburn in May?

In May, in Washburn, North Dakota, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout May, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Washburn?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Washburn. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Washburn aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Washburn have in May?

In May, the average day length in Washburn, North Dakota, is 15h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Washburn?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 9:32 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Washburn?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Washburn?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Washburn, ND

Average temperature in May - Washburn, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Washburn, ND

Average pressure in May - Washburn, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Washburn, ND

Average wind speed in May - Washburn, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Washburn, ND

Average humidity in May - Washburn, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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Average rainfall in May
Washburn, ND

Average rainfall in May - Washburn, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in May
Washburn, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Washburn, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Washburn, ND

Average snowfall in May - Washburn, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Washburn, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Washburn, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 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
Washburn, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Washburn, ND
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Washburn, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Washburn, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Washburn, ND

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Washburn, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Washburn, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in May
Washburn, ND

Average visibility in May - Washburn, 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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