Temperature in North Dakota in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in North Dakota, the United States of America this May.

North Dakota, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 18°C (64°F) in Devils Lake to 20°C (68°F) in Fargo. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Fargo and 6°C (43°F) in Devils Lake.

What is the temperature of the different cities in North Dakota, the United States of America in May?

Find the average daytime temperatures in May for the most popular destinations in North Dakota on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in North Dakota in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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North Dakota temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in North Dakota, the United States of America in May?

Daytime temperatures in Fargo typically peak at 20°C (68°F) in May, putting it in the pleasant range.

How cold does it get at night in North Dakota, the United States of America in May?

Average overnight lows in North Dakota, the United States of America during May sit near 7°C (45°F) in Fargo.

What is the warmest city in May in North Dakota, the United States of America?

According to our recent database analysis, Fargo is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 20°C (68°F) and rarely drops below 7°C (45°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in May in North Dakota, the United States of America?

Our database indicates that in May, Devils Lake is the city with the coolest temperatures in North Dakota, the United States of America. You can expect daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows close to 6°C (43°F).

How much sun does North Dakota, the United States of America get in May?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 282 hours of sunshine in Fargo. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

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