May weather forecast
Forbes, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Forbes, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a clear temperature increase, soaring from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in April to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). Forbes's average low-temperature in May is measured at a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout May, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Forbes, Minnesota, there are 123.8 rainfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Forbes aggregates 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Forbes, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 105.9 days and aggregates up to 42.76" (1086mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 8min.
On the first day of May in Forbes, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Forbes, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In Forbes, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Forbes, is 61.3°F (16.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Forbes, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Forbes, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Forbes aggregates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 15h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Forbes have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Forbes is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Forbes, MN

Average temperature in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in May
Forbes, MN

Average pressure in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Forbes, MN

Average wind speed in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Forbes, MN

Average humidity in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Forbes, MN

Average rainfall in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Forbes, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Forbes, MN

Average snowfall in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Forbes, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • 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: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Forbes, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Forbes, MN

Average UV index in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Forbes, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Forbes, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Forbes, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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