May weather forecast
South Saint Paul, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in South Saint Paul, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66°F (18.9°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

As South Saint Paul enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) of April to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). In South Saint Paul, the expected average low-temperature for May is a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

In South Saint Paul, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In South Saint Paul, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, South Saint Paul aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.4 snowfall days, and 24.33" (618mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In South Saint Paul, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In South Saint Paul, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in South Saint Paul in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in South Saint Paul, is 66°F (18.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In South Saint Paul, in May, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, South Saint Paul aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Saint Paul have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
South Saint Paul, MN

Average temperature in May - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in May
South Saint Paul, MN

Average pressure in May - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
South Saint Paul, MN

Average wind speed in May - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
South Saint Paul, MN

Average humidity in May - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in May
South Saint Paul, MN

Average rainfall in May - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
South Saint Paul, MN

Average rainfall days in May - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Saint Paul, MN

Average snowfall in May - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Saint Paul, MN

Average snowfall days in May - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Saint Paul, MN

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Saint Paul, MN

Average sunshine days in May - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
South Saint Paul, MN

Average UV index in May - South Saint Paul, 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
South Saint Paul, MN

Average cloud cover in May - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

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 32).

Average visibility in May
South Saint Paul, MN

Average visibility in May - South Saint Paul, 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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