Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) throughout May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In May, in Dakota, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137 rainfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Dakota, Minnesota. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dakota aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dakota, there are 63.2 snowfall days, and 23.66" (601mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Dakota is 14h and 46min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Dakota, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Dakota?
What is the average humidity in May in Dakota?
How many days does it rain in May in Dakota?
What is the last month it snows in Dakota?
What is the average length of the day in May in Dakota?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dakota?
How long on average sun shines in May in Dakota?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Dakota?
How high is the UV index in May in Dakota?
Average temperature in May
Dakota, MN
- Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Dakota, MN
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Dakota, MN
- Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Dakota, MN
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Dakota, MN
- Average rainfall in May: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").
Average rainfall days in May
Dakota, MN
- Average rainfall days in May: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dakota, MN
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dakota, MN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dakota, MN
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dakota, MN
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Dakota, MN
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Dakota, MN
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Dakota, MN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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