Average weather for Craters of The Moon National Monument in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 9°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Craters of The Moon National Monument with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 5°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 20°C, with nights around 7°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Craters of The Moon National Monument is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 37 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,5 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Craters of The Moon National Monument in May |
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20°C | 22°C | |
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24°C | 28°C | |
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16°C | -5°C | |
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37 mm | 105 mm | |
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8 days | 14 days | |
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0,5 cm | 0 cm | |
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1 day | 0 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Craters of The Moon National Monument?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Craters of The Moon National Monument. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2020, Craters of The Moon National Monument reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Daily Temperature in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Craters of The Moon National Monument, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Craters of The Moon National Monument, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Craters of The Moon National Monument.
Daily Snowfall in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV index in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Craters of The Moon National Monument, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in May for Craters of The Moon National Monument
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Average weather in Craters of The Moon National Monument by month
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