May weather forecast
Sauk Rapids, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sauk Rapids, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

Sauk Rapids's transition into May is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Sauk Rapids, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Sauk Rapids, in May, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sauk Rapids, there are 107.2 rainfall days, and 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sauk Rapids. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Sauk Rapids aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Sauk Rapids, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.3 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 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.

Sunshine

In Sauk Rapids, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sauk Rapids in May?

The high-temperature in Sauk Rapids during May is 65.8°F (18.8°C) and the low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What is the least humid month in Sauk Rapids?

The months with the lowest humidity in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in May in Sauk Rapids?

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sauk Rapids?

In Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, in May, during 14.4 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sauk Rapids?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Sauk Rapids. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Sauk Rapids aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sauk Rapids?

The average day length in May in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, is 14h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sauk Rapids?

On the first day of May in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:03 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 Sauk Rapids?

The average sunshine duration in May in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Sauk Rapids?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sauk Rapids is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sauk Rapids, MN

Average temperature in May - Sauk Rapids, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°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 (18.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Sauk Rapids, MN

Average pressure in May - Sauk Rapids, 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
Sauk Rapids, MN

Average wind speed in May - Sauk Rapids, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Sauk Rapids, MN

Average humidity in May - Sauk Rapids, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Sauk Rapids, MN

Average rainfall in May - Sauk Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Sauk Rapids, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Sauk Rapids, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sauk Rapids, MN

Average snowfall in May - Sauk Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sauk Rapids, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Sauk Rapids, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 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
Sauk Rapids, MN

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sauk Rapids, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Sauk Rapids, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Sauk Rapids, MN

Average UV index in May - Sauk Rapids, 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
Sauk Rapids, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Sauk Rapids, MN

Average visibility in May - Sauk 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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