May weather forecast
Cle Elum, WA

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The deep blue lake surrounded by a scenic layout of high hills and deep forestry in Cle Elum, Washington
The deep blue lake surrounded by a scenic layout of high hills and deep forestry in Cle Elum, Washington

Weather in May

Cle Elum paints a picture of pleasantness and bloom with the arrival of May. Increased sunshine, decreased rainfall, and a more temperate climate signal the full bloom of spring. The volumes of snowfall and rainfall recorded in previous months decline substantially. Greenery envelops the city, and outdoor activities become more engaging with the warmer weather. It's an inviting time for locals and visitors alike to bask in Cle Elum's full spring charm.

Temperature

May's arrival in Cle Elum brings a temperature shift, moving from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in April to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C). Cle Elum throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Cle Elum, Washington, is 72%.

Rainfall

In Cle Elum, during May, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cle Elum, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cle Elum aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.9 snowfall days, and 60.24" (1530mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 7min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:51 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cle Elum is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Cle Elum?

In Cle Elum, in May, the average high-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cle Elum?

In May, the average relative humidity in Cle Elum is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cle Elum?

In Cle Elum, during May, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Cle Elum?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Cle Elum. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cle Elum aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cle Elum have in May?

In Cle Elum, the average day length in May is 15h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Cle Elum?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cle Elum, Washington, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:51 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cle Elum?

In Cle Elum, Washington, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Cle Elum?

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

Average temperature in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average high temperature in May: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cle Elum, WA

Average pressure in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cle Elum, WA

Average wind speed in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cle Elum, WA

Average humidity in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (60%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cle Elum, WA

Average rainfall in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cle Elum, WA

Average rainfall days in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cle Elum, WA

Average snowfall in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cle Elum, WA

Average snowfall days in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.1 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
Cle Elum, WA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cle Elum, WA

Average sunshine days in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cle Elum, WA

Average UV index in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Cle Elum, WA

Average cloud cover in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in May
Cle Elum, WA

Average visibility in May - Cle Elum, WA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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