Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C). During the month of May, Independence experiences a steady low-temperature average of 49.1°F (9.5°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In Independence, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Independence aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Independence, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.7 days and aggregates up to 20" (508mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 53min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:54 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Independence, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Independence?
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What is the average humidity in May?
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How many hours of sunshine does Independence have in May?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Independence, 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 (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 49.1°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 (7.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Independence, 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
Independence, MN
- Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph
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 (6.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Independence, MN
- Average humidity in May: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Independence, MN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in May
Independence, MN
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Independence, MN
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Independence, MN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Independence, MN
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- 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 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Independence, MN
- Average sunshine days in May: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Independence, 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
Independence, MN
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Independence, 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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