May weather forecastGoldendale, WA

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Goldendale, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). During May, the nighttime temperature presents a clear descent from the daily peaks, falling to an average of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Goldendale, in May, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Goldendale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.1 days and collects up to 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through August are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:45 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Goldendale, the average sunshine in May is 11h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May leads to these advisories:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and a low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

The average relative humidity in May is 61%.

In May, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout May, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Goldendale, snow does not fall in May through August.

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

In May, the average day length is 14h and 58min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:45 pm PDT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Goldendale, WA

  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Goldendale, WA

  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Goldendale, WA

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Goldendale, WA

  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in May
Goldendale, WA

  • Average rainfall in May: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in May
Goldendale, WA

  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Goldendale, WA

  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Goldendale, WA

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Goldendale, WA

  • 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: 11h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Goldendale, WA

  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Goldendale, WA

  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Goldendale, WA

  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Goldendale, WA

  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).