May weather forecast
Burnsville, MN

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Weather in May

May marks the commencement of warmer weather patterns in Burnsville, creating optimal conditions for outdoor recreation and nature trips. The city basks in the balmy weather, with trees and flowers in full bloom, transforming the landscape into a colorful and vibrant spectacle. Pleasantly warm, it is the city's wettest month with an average rainfall level reaching around 3.62" (92mm). The increment in temperature is inevitable as June approaches, the commencement of the summer season. Residents capitalize on the delightful weather before the scorching summer sun takes over.

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Burnsville sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Burnsville, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Burnsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Burnsville. May is the last month it regularly snows in Burnsville. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Burnsville aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Burnsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.8 days and aggregates up to 24.61" (625mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 51min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Burnsville is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Burnsville in May?

Burnsville in May has an average high-temperature of 66.2°F (19°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Burnsville?

The average relative humidity in May in Burnsville is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May in Burnsville?

In Burnsville, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Burnsville?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Burnsville aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Burnsville?

In May, the average day length in Burnsville is 14h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Burnsville?

On the first day of May in Burnsville, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Burnsville have in May?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Burnsville?

In Burnsville, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Burnsville, MN

Average temperature in May - Burnsville, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Burnsville, MN

Average pressure in May - Burnsville, 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
Burnsville, MN

Average wind speed in May - Burnsville, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Burnsville, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Burnsville, MN

Average rainfall in May - Burnsville, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Burnsville, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Burnsville, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Burnsville, MN

Average snowfall in May - Burnsville, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

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
Burnsville, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Burnsville, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Burnsville, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Burnsville, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Burnsville, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Burnsville, MN

Average UV index in May - Burnsville, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Burnsville, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Burnsville, MN

Average visibility in May - Burnsville, 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 and February (4mi).

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