May weather forecast
Bethel, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bethel, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.3°F (18.5°C) and min 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

In Bethel, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Bethel, in May, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.2 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bethel, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Bethel aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.9 snowfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of May, in Bethel, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Bethel is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Bethel?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Bethel, is 65.3°F (18.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How much does it rain in Bethel in May?

In Bethel, in May, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Bethel aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Bethel, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethel have in May?

In Bethel, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bethel, MN

Average temperature in May - Bethel, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Bethel, MN

Average pressure in May - Bethel, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

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

Average wind speed in May
Bethel, MN

Average wind speed in May - Bethel, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Bethel, MN

Average humidity in May - Bethel, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Bethel, MN

Average rainfall in May - Bethel, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Bethel, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Bethel, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bethel, MN

Average snowfall in May - Bethel, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bethel, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Bethel, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bethel, 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 4min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bethel, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Bethel, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Bethel, MN

Average UV index in May - Bethel, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Bethel, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Bethel, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Bethel, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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