May weather forecast
Lexington, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lexington, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 65.7°F (18.7°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Lexington sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C). In Lexington, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lexington, during May, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 66.4 rainfall days, and 4.84" (123mm) 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, Lexington aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lexington, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Lexington, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout May, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Lexington. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Lexington aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lexington have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lexington, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Lexington, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Lexington, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.7°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: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Lexington, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lexington, MN

Average wind speed in May - Lexington, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Lexington, MN

Average humidity in May - Lexington, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Lexington, MN

Average rainfall in May - Lexington, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in May
Lexington, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Lexington, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lexington, MN

Average snowfall in May - Lexington, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lexington, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Lexington, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lexington, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Lexington, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Lexington, MN

Average UV index in May - Lexington, 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
Lexington, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Lexington, MN

Average visibility in May - Lexington, 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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