May weather forecast
Alta, WY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Alta, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.6°F (12°C) and an average low of 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

Alta's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) in April to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). Alta reports a considerable drop from daytime temperatures in May, recording an average nighttime figure of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

In Alta, Wyoming, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In May, in Alta, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout May, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.6 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Alta, in May, during 12.1 snowfall days, 12.95" (329mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Alta, during the entire year, snow falls for 160.8 days and aggregates up to 200.16" (5084mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Alta, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 45min.
On the first day of May in Alta, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:58 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Alta, Wyoming, is 9.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Alta, Wyoming, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Alta?

The high-temperature in Alta during May is 53.6°F (12°C) and the low-temperature is 32°F (0°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Alta?

The average relative humidity in May in Alta, Wyoming, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Alta in May?

In Alta, Wyoming, in May, during 15.5 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in May in Alta?

In May, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout May, 12.95" (329mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Alta, Wyoming, the average day length in May is 14h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Alta?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:58 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Alta?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Alta is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Alta?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Alta, Wyoming, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Alta, WY

Average temperature in May - Alta, WY
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Alta, WY

Average pressure in May - Alta, WY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Alta, WY

Average wind speed in May - Alta, WY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Alta, WY

Average humidity in May - Alta, WY
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in May
Alta, WY

Average rainfall in May - Alta, WY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in May
Alta, WY

Average rainfall days in May - Alta, WY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Alta, WY

Average snowfall in May - Alta, WY
  • Average snowfall in May: 12.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (34.33").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Alta, WY

Average snowfall days in May - Alta, WY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (23.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alta, WY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alta, WY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
Alta, WY

Average sunshine days in May - Alta, WY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Alta, WY

Average UV index in May - Alta, WY
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Alta, WY

Average cloud cover in May - Alta, WY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in May
Alta, WY

Average visibility in May - Alta, WY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (3mi).

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