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
May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). During May, Benson experiences an average low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) at night.Humidity
The least humid month in Benson is May, with an average relative humidity of 67%.Rainfall
In Benson, during May, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Benson, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.8 days and collects up to 20.47" (520mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Benson. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Benson aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Benson, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.3 days and aggregates up to 17.91" (455mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 55min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 9:02 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in May
Benson, MN
- Average high temperature in May: 66.6°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 (18.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 49.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Benson, MN
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Benson, MN
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Benson, MN
- Average humidity in May: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).
Average rainfall in May
Benson, MN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").
Average rainfall days in May
Benson, MN
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Benson, MN
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Benson, MN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Benson, MN
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Benson, MN
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Benson, 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 December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Benson, MN
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Benson, MN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
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