May weather forecast
Dickinson, ND

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Weather in May

May ushers in the true spring with more fervor than April, its predecessor. Dickinson's weather takes a comfortable turn in May, embracing higher temperatures and significant daylight hours. The temperature fluctuation results in average highs and lows of around 64°F (17.8°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C) respectively, noticeably warmer compared to April. The amount of snowfall, evidently dwindles to just 1.02" (26mm), yet doesn't eliminate the possibility of late spring frosts. The weather during this month beautifully blends sunshine with a bit of rainfall, painting the city in rich hues of blooming flora.

Temperature

Entering May, Dickinson sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). In May, Dickinson experiences a temperature dip to an average of 45.7°F (7.6°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 61%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are May and July, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dickinson are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Dickinson. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Dickinson aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dickinson, North Dakota, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, in Dickinson, sunrise is at 5:00 am and sunset at 8:37 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Dickinson is 9.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dickinson in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Dickinson, records 64°F (17.8°C), while the low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dickinson?

In Dickinson, the average relative humidity in May is 61%.

What is the rainiest month in Dickinson?

The wettest months in Dickinson are May and July, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Dickinson in May?

In Dickinson, North Dakota, during May, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Dickinson?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Dickinson. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Dickinson aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dickinson have in May?

In Dickinson, the average day length in May is 15h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dickinson?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dickinson, sunrise is at 5:00 am and sunset at 8:37 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dickinson have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Dickinson is 9.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Dickinson?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Dickinson 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
Dickinson, ND

Average temperature in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 64°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 (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Dickinson, ND

Average pressure in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Dickinson, ND

Average wind speed in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Dickinson, ND

Average humidity in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

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Average rainfall in May
Dickinson, ND

Average rainfall in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.93"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in May
Dickinson, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Dickinson, ND

Average snowfall in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Dickinson, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 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
Dickinson, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Dickinson, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Dickinson, ND

Average UV index in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Dickinson, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in May
Dickinson, ND

Average visibility in May - Dickinson, ND
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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