May weather forecast
Ellendale, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Ellendale, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.8°F (18.8°C) and min 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

The start of May is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Ellendale observes an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) during May.

Humidity

In Ellendale, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, in Ellendale, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ellendale, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 23.66" (601mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Ellendale. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Ellendale aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Ellendale, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 23.98" (609mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ellendale, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In Ellendale, 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Ellendale?

In May, in Ellendale, the average high-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Ellendale?

In May, the average relative humidity in Ellendale, Minnesota, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in Ellendale?

In Ellendale, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Ellendale?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Ellendale aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ellendale have in May?

In Ellendale, Minnesota, the average day length in May is 14h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Ellendale?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Ellendale?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Ellendale, Minnesota, is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Ellendale?

In Ellendale, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Ellendale, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Ellendale, MN

Average pressure in May - Ellendale, 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
Ellendale, MN

Average wind speed in May - Ellendale, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Ellendale, MN

Average humidity in May - Ellendale, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

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

Average rainfall in May
Ellendale, MN

Average rainfall in May - Ellendale, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Ellendale, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Ellendale, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ellendale, MN

Average snowfall in May - Ellendale, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ellendale, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Ellendale, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ellendale, 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 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ellendale, MN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Ellendale, MN

Average UV index in May - Ellendale, 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
Ellendale, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Ellendale, MN

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

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

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