Columbus weather in May (Montana, United States of America)

What's the typical weather in Columbus for May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In May, Columbus tends to experience pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 19°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 4°C.

Precipitation

Columbus in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. This is the wettest month of the year, so having an umbrella ready is a smart choice. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 282 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Columbus climate page with graphs.

 

Columbus, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 87 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 55% *  

Sunshine 282 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Billings, the United States of America (58 KM, 36 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Columbus, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Columbus.

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