May weather forecast
Dawson, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Dawson, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.8°F (9.9°C) and max 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

Dawson in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Dawson in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In Dawson, in May, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dawson, there are 104.4 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dawson. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Dawson aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Dawson, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.3 days and aggregates up to 16.97" (431mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dawson, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 9:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Dawson is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Dawson?

Dawson in May has an average high-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dawson?

In Dawson, the average relative humidity in May is 67%.

How many days does it rain in May in Dawson?

In Dawson, during May, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Dawson?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Dawson. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Dawson aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Dawson, Minnesota, is 14h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Dawson?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 9:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Dawson?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Dawson?

In Dawson, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dawson, MN

Average temperature in May - Dawson, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.3°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 (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°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 (6.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Dawson, MN

Average pressure in May - Dawson, 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
Dawson, MN

Average wind speed in May - Dawson, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Dawson, MN

Average humidity in May - Dawson, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Dawson, MN

Average rainfall in May - Dawson, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Dawson, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Dawson, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dawson, MN

Average snowfall in May - Dawson, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dawson, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Dawson, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dawson, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dawson, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Dawson, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Dawson, MN

Average UV index in May - Dawson, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Dawson, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Dawson, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Dawson, MN

Average visibility in May - Dawson, 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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