May weather forecast
Albert Lea, MN

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Weather in May

May signaling the arrival of warmer temperatures from 50.4°F (10.2°C) to 66.7°F (19.3°C), results in Albert Lea springing to life. Any last remnants of winter snow are often gone with an average snowfall of as low as 0.59in. It's worth noting that the increase in temperature is in tandem with longer daily sunshine, now averaging at 8.5 hours, and higher UV index reaching 5. Despite the change of season, the city's humidity remains relatively constant. As the gardens erupt in an array of colors, the sound of lawn mowers fill the air, highlighting the city's transition to summer.

Temperature

As Albert Lea transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in April to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). During May, Albert Lea records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Albert Lea, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Albert Lea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.3 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Albert Lea aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.8 snowfall days, and 24.92" (633mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Albert Lea, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Albert Lea, is 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Albert Lea, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Albert Lea aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:47 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Albert Lea?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average temperature in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°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 (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average pressure in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average wind speed in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average humidity in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average rainfall in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average snowfall in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average UV index in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Albert Lea, MN

Average visibility in May - Albert Lea, MN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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