May weather forecast
La Crescent, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in La Crescent, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and an average high of 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in April to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). La Crescent records an average nighttime low of 47.7°F (8.7°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In La Crescent, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. In La Crescent, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.3 days and collects up to 26.42" (671mm) 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, La Crescent aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 20.2" (513mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In La Crescent, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature, in May, in La Crescent, records 65.3°F (18.5°C), while the low-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In La Crescent, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In La Crescent, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, La Crescent aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does La Crescent have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does La Crescent have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
La Crescent, MN

Average temperature in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in May
La Crescent, MN

Average pressure in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
La Crescent, MN

Average wind speed in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
La Crescent, MN

Average humidity in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
La Crescent, MN

Average rainfall in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
La Crescent, MN

Average rainfall days in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
La Crescent, MN

Average snowfall in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
La Crescent, MN

Average snowfall days in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
La Crescent, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - La Crescent, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
La Crescent, MN

Average sunshine days in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
La Crescent, MN

Average UV index in May - La Crescent, 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
La Crescent, MN

Average cloud cover in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
La Crescent, MN

Average visibility in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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