May weather forecast
Pipestone, MN

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Water trickles down on high rocks and cliffs in the Winnewissa Falls in Pipestone, Minnesota
Water trickles down on high rocks and cliffs in the Winnewissa Falls in Pipestone, Minnesota

Weather in May

May in Pipestone, Minnesota, is characterized by a significant uptick in temperatures and daylight hours, nurturing a noticeable botanical bloom across the city. The arrival of a unique pattern of weather brings mild temperatures and high humidity, causing periodic rainfall that amplifies the town's spring charm. With snow completely out of the picture, the energizing temperatures invigorate the residents to embrace outdoor activities. More sunrays reach the surface, warming up the flora and fauna. The pleasant change swiftly ushers in the anticipation of the ensuing summer season.

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). Pipestone's nighttime temperature during May is consistently averaged at a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Pipestone, during May, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Pipestone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Pipestone aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.5 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of May, in Pipestone, Minnesota, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 9:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In Pipestone, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Pipestone, 66.2°F (19°C) is the average high-temperature and 48.7°F (9.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Pipestone, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Pipestone, during May, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Pipestone aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pipestone have in May?

In Pipestone, the average day length in May is 14h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 9:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Pipestone, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Pipestone, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Pipestone, MN

Average pressure in May - Pipestone, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

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

Average wind speed in May
Pipestone, MN

Average wind speed in May - Pipestone, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Pipestone, MN

Average humidity in May - Pipestone, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Pipestone, MN

Average rainfall in May - Pipestone, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Pipestone, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pipestone, MN

Average snowfall in May - Pipestone, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pipestone, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Pipestone, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pipestone, MN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Pipestone, MN

Average UV index in May - Pipestone, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Pipestone, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Pipestone, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Pipestone, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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