May
Weather in North Dakota for May 2025
Your guide to North Dakota weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in North Dakota at the beginning of May is 15.6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 17.9 °F by the end of May.
The climate of North Dakota in May is notably wet, with an average of 15 rainy days, and a total of 204.3 mm of precipitation.
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16
Dry days
15
Rainy days
0
Snow days
18°/9°
Temperatures
23 km/h
Avg max wind
68 %
Avg humidity
North Dakota Weather May
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  18° | 2  12° | 3  14° | ||||
| 4  11° | 5 18° | 6 20° | 7 16° | 8 19° | 9  19° | 10 21° |
| 11  24° | 12 23° | 13 18° | 14 21° | 15 15° | 16 20° | 17 26° |
| 18 20° | 19 19° | 20 20° | 21 13° | 22 18° | 23 16° | 24 15° |
| 25 18° | 26 19° | 27 15° | 28 14° | 29 20° | 30 19° | 31 20° |
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Temperatures trend during May in North Dakota
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 | Sunny | 18° /5° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 2 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /7° | 13 mm | 3 | |
| May 3 | Overcast | 14° /5° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| May 4 | Patchy rain possible | 11° /3° | 0.4 mm | 3 | |
| May 5 | Sunny | 18° /4° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 6 | Moderate rain at times | 20° /11° | 5.9 mm | 5 | |
| May 7 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 16° /11° | 18.4 mm | 4 | |
| May 8 | Overcast | 19° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 9 | Cloudy | 19° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 10 | Overcast | 21° /11° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 11 | Partly cloudy | 24° /7° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 12 | Sunny | 23° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 13 | Partly cloudy | 18° /7° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 14 | Patchy rain possible | 21° /8° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| May 15 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /11° | 33 mm | 4 | |
| May 16 | Patchy rain possible | 20° /9° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 17 | Cloudy | 26° /14° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 18 | Overcast | 20° /14° | 1.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 19 | Moderate rain at times | 19° /10° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| May 20 | Overcast | 20° /12° | 15.2 mm | 5 | |
| May 21 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /10° | 33.4 mm | 3 | |
| May 22 | Patchy rain possible | 18° /9° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| May 23 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 16° /6° | 18.4 mm | 4 | |
| May 24 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /6° | 40 mm | 4 | |
| May 25 | Overcast | 18° /5° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 26 | Sunny | 19° /8° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 27 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /10° | 5.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 28 | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| May 29 | Sunny | 20° /6° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 30 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 19° /13° | 17.9 mm | 4 | |
| May 31 | Cloudy | 20° /10° | 0 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for North Dakota in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the North Dakota forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
North Dakota in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in North Dakota during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 18° and cooler nights around 9°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in North Dakota during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 204.3 mm is expected in North Dakota during May, occurring over more than 15 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in North Dakota during May?
The average wind speed in North Dakota during May is 23 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in North Dakota
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