May weather forecast
Lester Prairie, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Lester Prairie, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and an average high of 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

As Lester Prairie transitions into May, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). May nights observe an average temperature dip to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lester Prairie, there are 116.2 rainfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Lester Prairie aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.6 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lester Prairie, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of May in Lester Prairie, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In Lester Prairie, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Lester Prairie?

In Lester Prairie, in May, the average high-temperature is 66.6°F (19.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What are the least humid months in Lester Prairie?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Lester Prairie?

The average relative humidity in May in Lester Prairie is 71%.

How much does it rain in Lester Prairie in May?

In Lester Prairie, during May, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Lester Prairie?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lester Prairie have in May?

In May, the average day length in Lester Prairie, Minnesota, is 14h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Lester Prairie?

On the first day of May in Lester Prairie, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:54 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lester Prairie have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Lester Prairie, Minnesota, is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lester Prairie?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Lester Prairie is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average temperature in May - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°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 (6.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average pressure in May - Lester Prairie, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average wind speed in May - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average humidity in May - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average rainfall in May - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average snowfall in May - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lester Prairie, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average UV index in May - Lester Prairie, 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
Lester Prairie, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Lester Prairie, MN

Average visibility in May - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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