May weather forecast
Kensington, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Kensington, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.1°F (8.4°C) and max 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

Kensington sees a considerable increase in average high-temperatures during May, surging from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in April to a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C). An average low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) is expected during May.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Kensington, Minnesota, in May, during 15.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kensington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.9 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Kensington aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.3 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 9:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) and a low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 69%, May is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May in Kensington?

In Kensington, in May, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Kensington, Minnesota. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Kensington aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kensington have in May?

In Kensington, Minnesota, the average day length in May is 14h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 9:04 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kensington have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kensington is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Kensington, MN

Average temperature in May - Kensington, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°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 (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Kensington, MN

Average pressure in May - Kensington, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Kensington, MN

Average wind speed in May - Kensington, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Kensington, MN

Average humidity in May - Kensington, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Kensington, MN

Average rainfall in May - Kensington, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Kensington, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Kensington, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kensington, MN

Average snowfall in May - Kensington, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kensington, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kensington, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kensington, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Kensington, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Kensington, MN

Average UV index in May - Kensington, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Kensington, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Kensington, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Kensington, MN

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

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

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