May weather forecast
Northfield, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Northfield, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). The nighttime temperature in Northfield dips to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) on average during May.

Humidity

In Northfield, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Northfield, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 126.4 rainfall days, and 24.76" (629mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Northfield. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Northfield aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Northfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.6 days and aggregates up to 22.36" (568mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of May in Northfield, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Northfield is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Northfield?

The high-temperature, in May, in Northfield, records 65.8°F (18.8°C), while the low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Northfield?

In Northfield, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in Northfield in May?

In Northfield, Minnesota, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Northfield?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Northfield, Minnesota. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Northfield aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Northfield have in May?

In Northfield, Minnesota, the average day length in May is 14h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Northfield?

On the first day of May in Northfield, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Northfield?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Northfield is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Northfield?

In Northfield, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Northfield, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Northfield, MN

Average pressure in May - Northfield, 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
Northfield, MN

Average wind speed in May - Northfield, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Northfield, MN

Average humidity in May - Northfield, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Northfield, MN

Average rainfall in May - Northfield, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Northfield, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Northfield, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Northfield, MN

Average snowfall in May - Northfield, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Northfield, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Northfield, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Northfield, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Northfield, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Northfield, MN

Average UV index in May - Northfield, 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
Northfield, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Northfield, MN

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

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

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