May weather forecast
Cottage Grove, MN

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Weather in May

May brings an escalation in temperature to the city of Cottage Grove, plunging the region into a mild summer-like weather pattern. A significant reduction in cloud coverage invites more sunlight to filter through basking the city in its warm glow. Outdoor enthusiasts find this time favorable as hiking paths open up, and parks are filled with the sound of laughter and the sight of picnics. However, it's also the wettest month, with rainfall reaching up to 3.74" (95mm), recounting the adage of "April showers bring May flowers". May's weather is a delicate balance between summer's warmth and the residual freshness of a past spring.

Temperature

May brings a rise in Cottage Grove's average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). During May nights, Cottage Grove records an average temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Cottage Grove, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Cottage Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Cottage Grove aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.4 snowfall days, and 24.33" (618mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Cottage Grove is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 66°F (18.9°C) and the low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cottage Grove?

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Cottage Grove, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Cottage Grove aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Cottage Grove, the average day length in May is 14h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottage Grove have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Cottage Grove?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading 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
Cottage Grove, MN

Average temperature in May - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°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: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Cottage Grove, MN

Average pressure in May - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"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
Cottage Grove, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Cottage Grove, MN

Average humidity in May - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Cottage Grove, MN

Average rainfall in May - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Cottage Grove, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cottage Grove, MN

Average snowfall in May - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

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
Cottage Grove, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cottage Grove, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cottage Grove, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cottage Grove, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Cottage Grove, MN

Average UV index in May - Cottage Grove, 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
Cottage Grove, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Cottage Grove, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Cottage Grove, MN

Average visibility in May - Cottage Grove, 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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