May weather forecast
Pelican Rapids, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Pelican Rapids, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 64.8°F (18.2°C) and an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

Pelican Rapids experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in April to a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C). Throughout May, the nighttime temperature averages to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Pelican Rapids, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Pelican Rapids, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.9 days and collects up to 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Pelican Rapids aggregates 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Pelican Rapids, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.6 days and aggregates up to 14.41" (366mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 9:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 64.8°F (18.2°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 68%, May is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Pelican Rapids is 68%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Pelican Rapids, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Pelican Rapids aggregates 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 9:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pelican Rapids have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Pelican Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average temperature in May - Pelican Rapids, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.8°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 (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average wind speed in May - Pelican Rapids, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average humidity in May - Pelican Rapids, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average rainfall in May - Pelican Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Pelican Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average snowfall in May - Pelican Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Pelican Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pelican Rapids, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Pelican Rapids, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average UV index in May - Pelican Rapids, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Pelican Rapids, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Pelican Rapids, MN

Average visibility in May - Pelican Rapids, 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, February, March and December (5mi).

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