May weather forecast
Minnesota, USA

May signifies the arrival of spring in full force in Minnesota, with temperatures continuing to climb, and the landscapes coming to life with new growth. In the northern regions of the state, temperatures typically range from 40°F (4.4°C) to 60°F (15.6°C), while in the southern parts, they are generally warmer, fluctuating between 50°F (10°C) to 70°F (21.1°C).

Snowfall becomes a rarity in May, even in the northern highlands near Lake Superior, where it may only reach up to 10" (254mm) if it occurs at all. In the southern and western regions, snowfall becomes almost nonexistent. The influence of Lake Superior continues to moderate temperatures, particularly in the northeastern areas.

Rainfall becomes more prevalent in May, with the wettest period starting to take shape. The growing season is now in full swing, and the increase in precipitation supports the burgeoning plant life across the state.

Compared to April, May's weather demonstrates a substantial shift towards milder temperatures and a further decrease in snowfall. The transition from wet snow to rain reflects the shift towards warmer weather and the definitive end of the cold season.

May's weather in Minnesota is characterized by warming temperatures, diminishing snowfall, and increasing rainfall. It is a month of growth and renewal, where the cold of winter is left behind, and the state embraces the vitality and vigor of spring. The landscapes transform, with the Land of 10,000 Lakes beginning to attract visitors, and the fishing and hunting seasons commencing, especially towards the latter part of the month.

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• Minneapolis - May »
  In Minneapolis, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.5 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow. On the first day of May in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:19 pm.
• Saint Paul - May »
  In Saint Paul, during May, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Saint Paul, during May, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.
• Rochester - May »
  In Rochester in May, during 14.7 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Rochester aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.
• Duluth - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Duluth, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:54 pm CDT. With an average relative humidity of 72%, May is the least humid month in Duluth, Minnesota.
• Bloomington - May »
  In Bloomington during the entire year, snow falls for 55.1 days and aggregates up to 22.17" (563mm) of snow. In Bloomington in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Brooklyn Park - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Brooklyn Park, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT. Throughout the year, in Brooklyn Park, there are 57.7 snowfall days, and 21.73" (552mm) of snow is accumulated.
• Plymouth - May »
  In Plymouth during May, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Plymouth there are 113.9 rainfall days, and 20.24" (514mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
• Maple Grove - May »
  In Maple Grove in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. On the last day of May, in Maple Grove sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.
• Woodbury - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Woodbury sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT. In Woodbury, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.
• Eagan - May »
  Throughout the year, in Eagan there are 63.5 snowfall days, and 22.95" (583mm) of snow is accumulated. In Eagan in May, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Eden Prairie - May »
  In Eden Prairie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.7 days and collects up to 9.61" (244mm) of precipitation. On the first day of May in Eden Prairie, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:19 pm.
• Coon Rapids - May »
  In Coon Rapids during the entire year, snow falls for 58.1 days and aggregates up to 22.68" (576mm) of snow. In Coon Rapids, Minnesota, during May, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.