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
A shift in Detroit Lakes's weather is noticeable as April turns into May, with the average high temperature increases from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C). Detroit Lakes experiences an average temperature drop to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) during May nights.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 69%, May is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Detroit Lakes, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.4 rainfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Detroit Lakes aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Detroit Lakes, during the entire year, snow falls for 84 days and aggregates up to 27.2" (691mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of May, in Detroit Lakes, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 9:09 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.UV index
In Detroit Lakes, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Detroit Lakes in May?
What is the least humid month?
What is the average humidity in May?
How many days does it rain in May?
What is the last month it snows?
What is the average length of the day in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Detroit Lakes?
Average temperature in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average high temperature in May: 63.7°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: 45.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average humidity in May: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").
Average rainfall days in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average snowfall in May: 0.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Detroit Lakes, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Detroit Lakes, 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
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, USA
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