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
Cottonwood's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) is noted during the month of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 68%.Rainfall
In Cottonwood, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cottonwood aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.2 snowfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 50min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 9:00 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Cottonwood, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In Cottonwood, Minnesota, 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 maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May?
How much does it rain in May?
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What is the average length of the day in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
How many hours of sunshine does Cottonwood have in May?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Cottonwood, MN
- Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Cottonwood, MN
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Cottonwood, MN
- Average wind speed in May: 9.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, April and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Cottonwood, MN
- Average humidity in May: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in May
Cottonwood, MN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in May
Cottonwood, MN
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Cottonwood, MN
- Average snowfall in May: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Cottonwood, MN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cottonwood, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Cottonwood, MN
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).
Average UV index in May
Cottonwood, 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
Cottonwood, MN
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Cottonwood, MN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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