May weather forecastZap, ND
May
Weather in May
In contrast to the thawing of March and April, May brings about a pronounced shift in Zap's weather, truly welcoming the pleasures of Spring. The city vibrates with fresh blooms and thriving greenery as the sun shines brighter. Owing to Spring's arrival, the city dwells in a transitional phase bringing about a warm and congenial environment. Temperature readings are recorded from 46.2°F (7.9°C) to 64.8°F (18.2°C) and an increase in precipitation is noticed as rainfall surges to 1.93" (49mm). It is a delightful time for residents who revel in the blissful warmth and late sunsets.Temperature
May marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C). Nightly temperatures in Zap drop to an average low of 46.2°F (7.9°C) in May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 60%.Rainfall
In Zap, in May, during 13.4 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Zap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.8 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Zap. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Zap aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Zap, there are 66.7 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Zap, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 7min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 9:35 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Zap is 9.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 4 in May transforms into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Zap, ND
- Average high temperature in May: 64.8°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 (21.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Zap, 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 (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Zap, ND
- Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph
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 (8.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Zap, ND
- Average humidity in May: 60%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).
Average rainfall in May
Zap, ND
- Average rainfall in May: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").
Average rainfall days in May
Zap, ND
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Zap, ND
- Average snowfall in May: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Zap, ND
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Zap, 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: 9h and 42min
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: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Zap, ND
- Average sunshine days in May: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Zap, 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 February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Zap, ND
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in May
Zap, 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).
