May weather forecast
Fargo, ND

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Panorama of the largest city of Fargo, North Dakota
Panorama of the largest city of Fargo, North Dakota

Weather in May

May witnesses warmer days compared to April and showcases a more significant jump in temperature levels. Rainfall continues its upward swinging arc, scaling new heights within the year so far. This period facilitates the blooming of diverse flora across the landscape, enhancing the city's beauty. Although relative humidity drops during this phase, the precipitation helps maintain the freshness of the atmosphere. Stepping into June, temperatures rise even further, heralding the arrival of summer.

Temperature

May signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, soaring from April's cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Fargo, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In Fargo, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in May is 64%.

Rainfall

In Fargo, during May, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Fargo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.5 days and collects up to 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fargo are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Fargo aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Fargo, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.4 days and aggregates up to 19.69" (500mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fargo, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of May, in Fargo, North Dakota, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 9:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Fargo is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Fargo?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fargo, North Dakota, during May are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Fargo?

In May, the average relative humidity is 64%.

How much does it rain in Fargo in May?

In Fargo, in May, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Fargo?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Fargo aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Fargo, North Dakota, is 15h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Fargo?

On the first day of May in Fargo, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 9:13 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fargo have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Fargo is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Fargo?

In Fargo, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. 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
Fargo, ND

Average temperature in May - Fargo, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Fargo, ND

Average pressure in May - Fargo, ND
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fargo, ND

Average wind speed in May - Fargo, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Fargo, ND

Average humidity in May - Fargo, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

Average rainfall in May
Fargo, ND

Average rainfall in May - Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Fargo, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fargo, ND

Average snowfall in May - Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fargo, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fargo, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fargo, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fargo, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Fargo, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Fargo, ND

Average UV index in May - Fargo, ND
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Fargo, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Fargo, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Fargo, ND

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

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

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