United StatesAverage weather for Western America in May
It's warm in May in Western America with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 10°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Western America with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 4°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 22°C, with nights around 6°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Western America is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In May, there is an average of 30 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 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.
Western America in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
23°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
27°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
19°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
30 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 14 days | |
 Total snowfall |
0,5 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 0 days | |
April
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 Western America?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Western America. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2020, Western America reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -7°C to a highest value of 16°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Western America
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Western America, 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 Western America
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Western America, 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 6 days of precipitation in Western America.
Daily Snowfall in May in Western America
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Western America, 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 Western America
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Western America, 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 Western America over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Western America, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Western America over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Western America, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Western America per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Western America, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in May for Western America
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Average weather in Western America by month
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