May weather forecast
Lansing, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lansing, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). The temperature dips to an average of 49.8°F (9.9°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Lansing, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lansing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Lansing aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Lansing, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.8 days and aggregates up to 22.24" (565mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lansing, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lansing, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and a low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lansing, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Lansing. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Lansing aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Lansing, the average day length in May is 14h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lansing have in May?

In Lansing, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lansing, MN

Average temperature in May - Lansing, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°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 (8.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Lansing, MN

Average pressure in May - Lansing, 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
Lansing, MN

Average wind speed in May - Lansing, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Lansing, MN

Average humidity in May - Lansing, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Lansing, MN

Average rainfall in May - Lansing, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Lansing, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Lansing, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lansing, MN

Average snowfall in May - Lansing, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lansing, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Lansing, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 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
Lansing, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lansing, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lansing, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Lansing, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Lansing, MN

Average UV index in May - Lansing, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Lansing, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Lansing, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Lansing, MN

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

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

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