May weather forecast
Carlton, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Carlton, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.8°F (6°C) and max 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

Carlton's weather in May is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Carlton, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.8 rainfall days, and 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Carlton aggregates 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Carlton, there are 89.9 snowfall days, and 35.79" (909mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 3min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Carlton, is 62.8°F (17.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 42.8°F (6°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Carlton?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Carlton aggregates 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Carlton have in May?

In Carlton, the average day length in May is 15h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:55 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Carlton, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Carlton, MN

Average temperature in May - Carlton, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Carlton, MN

Average pressure in May - Carlton, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Carlton, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Carlton, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Carlton, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Carlton, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Carlton, MN

Average snowfall in May - Carlton, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Carlton, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Carlton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Carlton, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Carlton, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Carlton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Carlton, MN

Average UV index in May - Carlton, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

Average cloud cover in May
Carlton, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Carlton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Carlton, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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