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May is a good month in Pullman

Climate Overview

Pullman, United States in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 19.8°C (68°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 19°C (67°F) at the start to 23°C (73°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the middle of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

Expect around 11.6h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 13.3h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 23.4°C (74°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 6°C warmer with 3 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
20°C / 8°C
Feels Like
18°C / 5°C
Rain
7 days · 43 mm
Sunshine
12.1h / day
Humidity
59% — Moderate
Wind
17 km/h
Wind Direction
SW (218°)
Gusts
37 km/h
Daylight
15 h
Cloud Cover
53%
Clear Sky Days
5.5
UV Index
6.6 — High
Dew Point
6°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:16
Daylight 15h
Sunset 20:17

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
3°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -8°C
Rain
13days (70 mm) Wet
Sun
5.2h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
1.7 Low
Snow Days
9days
February
Poor
Temp
5°C / -3°C
Feels Like
1°C / -8°C
Rain
13days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
6.3h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
2.5 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
March
Poor
Temp
10°C / -1°C
Feels Like
6°C / -5°C
Rain
12days (66 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
April
Fair
Temp
14°C / 3°C
Feels Like
11°C / -1°C
Rain
10days (49 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
62% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
Snow Days
2days
May
Good
Temp
20°C / 8°C
Feels Like
18°C / 5°C
Rain
7days (43 mm) Good
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
6.6 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 12°C
Feels Like
23°C / 10°C
Rain
4days (25 mm) Good
Sun
13h Excellent
Humidity
50% Moderate
UV
7.1 Very High
July best
Excellent
Temp
30°C / 16°C
Feels Like
29°C / 14°C
Rain
1days (4 mm) Excellent
Sun
13.9h Excellent
Humidity
36% Comfortable
UV
7.4 Very High
August best
Excellent
Temp
30°C / 16°C
Feels Like
28°C / 15°C
Rain
2days (11 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.3h Excellent
Humidity
39% Comfortable
UV
6.5 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 12°C
Feels Like
22°C / 10°C
Rain
4days (20 mm) Good
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
49% Moderate
UV
5.2 High
October
Fair
Temp
16°C / 5°C
Feels Like
13°C / 2°C
Rain
9days (61 mm) Wet
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
3.6 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
November
Poor
Temp
8°C / 1°C
Feels Like
5°C / -3°C
Rain
13days (81 mm) Wet
Sun
5.9h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
Snow Days
4days
December
Poor
Temp
3°C / -3°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -7°C
Rain
15days (92 mm) Wet
Sun
4.5h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
1.3 Low
Snow Days
12days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 3°C / -4°C -1°C / -8°C 13days (70 mm) Wet 5.2h Fair 82% Humid 1.7 Low Poor View Details
February 5°C / -3°C 1°C / -8°C 13days (74 mm) Wet 6.3h Fair 77% Humid 2.5 Moderate Poor View Details
March 10°C / -1°C 6°C / -5°C 12days (66 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 71% Muggy 4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 14°C / 3°C 11°C / -1°C 10days (49 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 62% Muggy 5.6 High Fair View Details
May 20°C / 8°C 18°C / 5°C 7days (43 mm) Good 12.1h Excellent 59% Moderate 6.6 High Good View Details
June best 24°C / 12°C 23°C / 10°C 4days (25 mm) Good 13h Excellent 50% Moderate 7.1 Very High Excellent View Details
July best 30°C / 16°C 29°C / 14°C 1days (4 mm) Excellent 13.9h Excellent 36% Comfortable 7.4 Very High Excellent View Details
August best 30°C / 16°C 28°C / 15°C 2days (11 mm) Excellent 12.3h Excellent 39% Comfortable 6.5 High Excellent View Details
September best 25°C / 12°C 22°C / 10°C 4days (20 mm) Good 10.4h Excellent 49% Moderate 5.2 High Excellent View Details
October 16°C / 5°C 13°C / 2°C 9days (61 mm) Wet 8.3h Good 64% Muggy 3.6 Moderate Fair View Details
November 8°C / 1°C 5°C / -3°C 13days (81 mm) Wet 5.9h Fair 77% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
December 3°C / -3°C -1°C / -7°C 15days (92 mm) Wet 4.5h Fair 82% Humid 1.3 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm evening layerUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically good for visiting Pullman, with average highs of 20°C (68°F) and around 7 rainy days. Pullman, United States in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 19.8°C (68°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Te
Pullman typically sees around 7 rainy days in May with 43 mm (1.7 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights in Pullman during May are cool at around 8°C (46°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) in May, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Pullman. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Pullman during May is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Pullman gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 12 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Pullman during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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