May weather forecast
Reading, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Reading, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

May comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to a refreshing 67.1°F (19.5°C). An average low-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) is noted during the nights in May.

Humidity

In Reading, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Reading, during May, the rain falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Reading, Minnesota, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 24.57" (624mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Reading aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.3 snowfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Reading is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of May, in Reading, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Reading, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Reading is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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 Reading?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Reading, is 67.1°F (19.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Reading?

In Reading, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How much does it rain in Reading in May?

In Reading, Minnesota, in May, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Reading?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Reading, Minnesota. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Reading aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Reading?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Reading?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Reading have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Reading?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Reading is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Reading, MN

Average temperature in May - Reading, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Reading, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Reading, MN

Average wind speed in May - Reading, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in May
Reading, MN

Average humidity in May - Reading, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Reading, MN

Average rainfall in May - Reading, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Reading, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Reading, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Reading, MN

Average snowfall in May - Reading, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Reading, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Reading, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Reading, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Reading, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Reading, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Reading, MN

Average UV index in May - Reading, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Reading, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Reading, MN

Average visibility in May - Reading, 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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