May weather forecast
Elkton, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elkton, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.8°F (9.9°C) and max 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in April to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) is recorded during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Elkton is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elkton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Elkton. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Elkton aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Elkton, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.8 days and aggregates up to 22.24" (565mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elkton, Minnesota, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, in Elkton, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Elkton is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Elkton?

May temperatures in Elkton, Minnesota, vary between a high-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and a low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elkton?

In May, the average relative humidity in Elkton, Minnesota, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Elkton in May?

In May, in Elkton, Minnesota, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Elkton?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Elkton aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkton have in May?

The average day length in May in Elkton is 14h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Elkton?

On the first day of May in Elkton, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Elkton?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Elkton, Minnesota, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Elkton, MN

Average temperature in May - Elkton, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°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 (8.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Elkton, MN

Average pressure in May - Elkton, 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
Elkton, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Elkton, MN

Average humidity in May - Elkton, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Elkton, MN

Average rainfall in May - Elkton, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Elkton, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Elkton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elkton, MN

Average snowfall in May - Elkton, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elkton, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Elkton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elkton, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elkton, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Elkton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Elkton, MN

Average UV index in May - Elkton, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Elkton, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Elkton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Elkton, MN

Average visibility in May - Elkton, MN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).

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