May weather forecast
Lake Benton, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Lake Benton, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.2°F (19°C) and an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). Throughout the month of May, Lake Benton witnesses an average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Lake Benton, during May, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Lake Benton, Minnesota. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Lake Benton aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Lake Benton, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.5 days and aggregates up to 21.34" (542mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Lake Benton is 14h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 9:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lake Benton, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Lake Benton?

In May, in Lake Benton, the average high-temperature is 66.2°F (19°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lake Benton?

In May, the average relative humidity in Lake Benton is 70%.

How much does it rain in Lake Benton in May?

In Lake Benton, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Lake Benton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Lake Benton, Minnesota. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Lake Benton aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Benton have in May?

In May, the average day length in Lake Benton, Minnesota, is 14h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Lake Benton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lake Benton, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 9:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Benton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Lake Benton is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lake Benton?

In Lake Benton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lake Benton, MN

Average temperature in May - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Lake Benton, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lake Benton, MN

Average wind speed in May - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Lake Benton, MN

Average humidity in May - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Lake Benton, MN

Average rainfall in May - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Lake Benton, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lake Benton, MN

Average snowfall in May - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lake Benton, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lake Benton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lake Benton, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Lake Benton, MN

Average UV index in May - Lake Benton, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Lake Benton, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Lake Benton, MN

Average visibility in May - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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