May weather forecast
Fort Ripley, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Fort Ripley, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average high of 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Temperature

Fort Ripley's weather experiences a significant temperature rise with the arrival of May, soaring from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to a refreshing 64.8°F (18.2°C). Throughout May, the temperature falls to an average low of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Fort Ripley, in May, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.3 rainfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Fort Ripley aggregates 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Fort Ripley, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.9 days and aggregates up to 32.48" (825mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fort Ripley, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 0min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 9:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Ripley, Minnesota, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Fort Ripley?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Fort Ripley, is 64.8°F (18.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in May in Fort Ripley?

In Fort Ripley, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Fort Ripley, in May, during 15 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Fort Ripley aggregates 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 9:00 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Ripley have in May?

In Fort Ripley, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Fort Ripley?

In Fort Ripley, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average temperature in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°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 (4.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average pressure in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average wind speed in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average humidity in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average rainfall in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average snowfall in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average UV index in May - Fort Ripley, 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
Fort Ripley, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Fort Ripley, MN

Average visibility in May - Fort Ripley, MN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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