May weather forecast
Ashland, OR

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The fall foliage beauty over the city of Ashland in Oregon
The fall foliage beauty over the city of Ashland in Oregon

Weather in May

May in Ashland brings substantial warming, as the high temperatures reach a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) and the lows also rise to about 38.1°F (3.4°C). May's rainfall of 1.85" (47mm) signifies a transition to the drier season. The hours of daylight continue to rise, reaching close to 14.6 hours, and the UV index increases to 4. This month distinguishes itself as the start of the much-awaited warm season in Ashland, Oregon.

Temperature

May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) in April to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C). Ashland observes a distinct decrease from peak daytime temperatures, with an average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Ashland, during May, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In Ashland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.5 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Ashland. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Ashland aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ashland, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 24.72" (628mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:40 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

In Ashland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) and a low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout May, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Ashland?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:40 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Ashland, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Ashland?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Ashland, OR

Average temperature in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average high temperature in May: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 38.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28°F).

Average pressure in May
Ashland, OR

Average pressure in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ashland, OR

Average wind speed in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Ashland, OR

Average humidity in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in May
Ashland, OR

Average rainfall in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Ashland, OR

Average rainfall days in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ashland, OR

Average snowfall in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ashland, OR

Average snowfall days in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ashland, OR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ashland, OR

Average sunshine days in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Ashland, OR

Average UV index in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

Average cloud cover in May
Ashland, OR

Average cloud cover in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
Ashland, OR

Average visibility in May - Ashland, OR
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is December (4mi).

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