May weather forecast
Plainview, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Plainview, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 64.6°F (18.1°C).

Temperature

As May sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C). In May, Plainview reports a consistent average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Plainview, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Plainview, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Plainview, there are 131.4 rainfall days, and 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Plainview, Minnesota. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Plainview aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Plainview, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.8 days and aggregates up to 21.81" (554mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Plainview, Minnesota, is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Plainview is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Plainview?

During May, Plainview experiences an average high-temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C) and a low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Plainview?

In May, the average relative humidity in Plainview is 79%.

How much does it rain in Plainview in May?

In Plainview, in May, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Plainview?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Plainview, Minnesota. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Plainview aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Plainview?

In Plainview, Minnesota, the average day length in May is 14h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Plainview?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plainview have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Plainview?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Plainview is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Plainview, MN

Average temperature in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Plainview, MN

Average pressure in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Plainview, MN

Average wind speed in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Plainview, MN

Average humidity in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Plainview, MN

Average rainfall in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in May
Plainview, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Plainview, MN

Average snowfall in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Plainview, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Plainview, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Plainview, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Plainview, MN

Average UV index in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Plainview, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Plainview, 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 32).

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Average visibility in May
Plainview, MN

Average visibility in May - Plainview, MN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, July, August and December (5mi).

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