May weather forecast
Lafayette, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lafayette, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

Lafayette in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). In Lafayette, the nighttime temperature averages to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) during May.

Humidity

April, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Lafayette.

Rainfall

In May, in Lafayette, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout May, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.2 rainfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Lafayette, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Lafayette, Minnesota, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Lafayette is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health 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:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

April, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Lafayette?

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lafayette, in May, during 13.6 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Lafayette, Minnesota, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Lafayette have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:54 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Lafayette, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Lafayette is 5. A UV Index estimate 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
Lafayette, MN

Average temperature in May - Lafayette, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.3°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in May
Lafayette, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Lafayette, MN

Average wind speed in May - Lafayette, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Lafayette, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Lafayette, MN

Average rainfall in May - Lafayette, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Lafayette, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Lafayette, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lafayette, MN

Average snowfall in May - Lafayette, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lafayette, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Lafayette, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lafayette, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Lafayette, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Lafayette, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Lafayette, MN

Average UV index in May - Lafayette, 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
Lafayette, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Lafayette, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Lafayette, MN

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

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

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