May weather forecast
Alpha, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Alpha, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 67.5°F (19.7°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C). An average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) is observed during the May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Alpha, Minnesota, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.1 rainfall days, and 25.47" (647mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alpha are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Alpha aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.1 snowfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Alpha, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Alpha, 67.5°F (19.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.7°F (10.4°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Alpha, in May, during 17.5 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Alpha aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alpha have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alpha have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Alpha, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Alpha, MN

Average temperature in May - Alpha, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Alpha, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Alpha, MN

Average wind speed in May - Alpha, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Alpha, MN

Average humidity in May - Alpha, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Alpha, MN

Average rainfall in May - Alpha, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Alpha, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Alpha, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Alpha, MN

Average snowfall in May - Alpha, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

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
Alpha, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Alpha, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alpha, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alpha, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Alpha, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Alpha, MN

Average UV index in May - Alpha, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Alpha, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Alpha, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Alpha, MN

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

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

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