May weather forecast
Silver Bay, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Silver Bay, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.9°F (4.4°C) and max 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

Silver Bay's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in April to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, May is the least humid month in Silver Bay.

Rainfall

In Silver Bay, in May, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Silver Bay, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Silver Bay. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Silver Bay aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Silver Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 83.5 days and aggregates up to 29.06" (738mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Silver Bay, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 7min.
On the first day of May in Silver Bay, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Silver Bay is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in May interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Silver Bay?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Silver Bay, Minnesota, are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Silver Bay?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, May is the least humid month in Silver Bay, Minnesota.

What is the average humidity in May in Silver Bay?

In Silver Bay, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Silver Bay?

In Silver Bay, Minnesota, during May, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Silver Bay?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Silver Bay aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Silver Bay have in May?

The average day length in May in Silver Bay, Minnesota, is 15h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Silver Bay?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Silver Bay, Minnesota, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Silver Bay?

In Silver Bay, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Silver Bay?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Silver Bay, Minnesota, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average temperature in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average pressure in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Silver Bay, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average humidity in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average rainfall in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average snowfall in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12 days).

Average UV index in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average UV index in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Silver Bay, MN

Average visibility in May - Silver Bay, MN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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