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
The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) on average during May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In Dakota, in May, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137 rainfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) 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, Dakota aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.2 days and aggregates up to 23.66" (601mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 46min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Dakota is 8.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Dakota. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Dakota in May?
What is the average humidity in May?
How much does it rain in May?
What is the last month it snows in Dakota?
How many hours of daylight does Dakota have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May in Dakota?
What are the months with the highest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in May?
Average temperature in May
Dakota, MN
- Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Dakota, MN
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Dakota, MN
- Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Dakota, MN
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Dakota, MN
- Average rainfall in May: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").
Average rainfall days in May
Dakota, MN
- Average rainfall days in May: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dakota, MN
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dakota, MN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dakota, MN
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dakota, MN
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Dakota, MN
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Dakota, MN
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Dakota, MN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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