May weather forecast
Rice, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Rice, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.1°F (18.4°C) and min 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in April to a refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C). Rice records a steady low-temperature average of 45.9°F (7.7°C) during May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Rice, in May, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.2 rainfall days, and 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Rice aggregates 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Rice, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.4 days and aggregates up to 19.76" (502mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In Rice, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Rice, in May, the average high-temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Rice, in May, it is raining for 14.3 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 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Rice aggregates 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Rice, the average day length in May is 14h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Rice, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading 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 temperature in May
Rice, MN

Average temperature in May - Rice, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Rice, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Rice, MN

Average wind speed in May - Rice, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Rice, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Rice, MN

Average rainfall in May - Rice, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Rice, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Rice, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rice, MN

Average snowfall in May - Rice, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rice, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Rice, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rice, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Rice, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Rice, MN

Average UV index in May - Rice, 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
Rice, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Rice, MN

Average visibility in May - Rice, 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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