May weather forecast
Newcastle, WY

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Weather in May

May, the bridge between spring and summer, brings milder temperatures to Newcastle. Stringent weather patterns of winter now a fleeting memory, replaced by significant daylight hours offering plenty of opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. As snowfall becomes obsolete, the landscape thrives under the warm sunlight. With the mercury rising and nature in full bloom, May proves to be perfect for hiking or biking in Newcastle. Of course, carry an umbrella as the showers persist.

Temperature

Entering May, Newcastle sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). Newcastle's average low-temperature in May is measured at a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Newcastle is 69%.

Rainfall

In Newcastle, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Newcastle, Wyoming, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 19.37" (492mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Newcastle, in May, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Newcastle, there are 80.3 snowfall days, and 41.38" (1051mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Newcastle is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, in Newcastle, Wyoming, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:31 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Newcastle is 10.1h.

UV index

In Newcastle, 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: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Newcastle in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Newcastle, is 58.1°F (14.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Newcastle?

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May in Newcastle?

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Newcastle in May?

In Newcastle, in May, during 4 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in May in Newcastle, Wyoming, is 14h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Newcastle?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Newcastle, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:31 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Newcastle have in May?

In Newcastle, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Newcastle?

In Newcastle, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Newcastle, WY

Average temperature in May - Newcastle, WY
  • Average high temperature in May: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Newcastle, WY

Average pressure in May - Newcastle, WY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Newcastle, WY

Average wind speed in May - Newcastle, WY
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Newcastle, WY

Average humidity in May - Newcastle, WY
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

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Average rainfall in May
Newcastle, WY

Average rainfall in May - Newcastle, WY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in May
Newcastle, WY

Average rainfall days in May - Newcastle, WY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Newcastle, WY

Average snowfall in May - Newcastle, WY
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Newcastle, WY

Average snowfall days in May - Newcastle, WY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Newcastle, 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: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Newcastle, WY

Average sunshine days in May - Newcastle, WY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Newcastle, WY

Average UV index in May - Newcastle, WY
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Newcastle, WY

Average cloud cover in May - Newcastle, WY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in May
Newcastle, WY

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

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

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