May weather forecast
Mendota Heights, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mendota Heights, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.2°F (19°C) and an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

Mendota Heights's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C). Mendota Heights records a steady low-temperature average of 49.6°F (9.8°C) during May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mendota Heights, in May, during 14.9 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mendota Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.7 days and collects up to 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Mendota Heights aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Mendota Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.2 days and aggregates up to 24.21" (615mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Mendota Heights, in May, the average high-temperature is 66.2°F (19°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

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 much does it rain in May?

In Mendota Heights, in May, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Mendota Heights. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Mendota Heights aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mendota Heights have in May?

In Mendota Heights, the average day length in May is 14h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mendota Heights, MN

Average temperature in May - Mendota Heights, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Mendota Heights, MN

Average pressure in May - Mendota Heights, 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
Mendota Heights, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Mendota Heights, MN

Average humidity in May - Mendota Heights, 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
Mendota Heights, MN

Average rainfall in May - Mendota Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Mendota Heights, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Mendota Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mendota Heights, MN

Average snowfall in May - Mendota Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mendota Heights, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Mendota Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mendota Heights, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mendota Heights, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mendota Heights, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Mendota Heights, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Mendota Heights, MN

Average UV index in May - Mendota Heights, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Mendota Heights, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Mendota Heights, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Mendota Heights, MN

Average visibility in May - Mendota Heights, 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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