May weather forecast
Elko, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elko, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and an average high of 66°F (18.9°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C). Throughout May, Elko anticipates an average low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

In Elko, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Elko, in May, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 72.4 days and collects up to 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Elko aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elko, there are 42.4 snowfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) 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 6:02 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Elko is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures in Elko vary between a high-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) and a low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Elko, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout May, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Elko aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elko have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elko have in May?

In Elko, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Elko, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Elko, MN

Average temperature in May - Elko, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Elko, MN

Average pressure in May - Elko, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elko, MN

Average wind speed in May - Elko, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Elko, MN

Average humidity in May - Elko, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Elko, MN

Average rainfall in May - Elko, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in May
Elko, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Elko, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elko, MN

Average snowfall in May - Elko, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elko, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Elko, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elko, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elko, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Elko, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Elko, MN

Average UV index in May - Elko, 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
Elko, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Elko, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Elko, MN

Average visibility in May - Elko, 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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