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
As Alexandria steps into May, a marked temperature rise is observed, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). Alexandria registers a consistent average low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) during May.Humidity
May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In Alexandria, in May, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alexandria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.9 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Alexandria are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Alexandria aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.3 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 9:03 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Alexandria, MN
- Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Alexandria, MN
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Alexandria, MN
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Alexandria, MN
- Average humidity in May: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Alexandria, MN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").
Average rainfall days in May
Alexandria, MN
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Alexandria, MN
- Average snowfall in May: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Alexandria, MN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alexandria, MN
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Alexandria, MN
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Alexandria, 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
Alexandria, MN
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Alexandria, MN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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