May weather forecast
McMinnville, OR

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Weather in May

May ushers in the real semblance of spring, transcending the weather in McMinnville towards warmth. The temperature brackets widen and shift from 43.3°F (6.3°C) to 66°F (18.9°C). Rainfall significantly decreases, opening the skies for more sunshine. The lengthening daylight and warming temperatures create perfect conditions for outdoor activities. Breezes get gentler, adding to the mellowness of May.

Temperature

McMinnville's transition into May brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) in April to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). McMinnville's temperature in May declines substantially from daytime highs, settling at a consistent average of 43.3°F (6.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In McMinnville, Oregon, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In McMinnville, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In McMinnville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.2 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In McMinnville, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In McMinnville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:52 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In McMinnville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, McMinnville experiences an average high-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) and a low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In McMinnville, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In McMinnville, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In McMinnville, the average day length in May is 14h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:52 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McMinnville have in May?

In McMinnville, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In McMinnville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. 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
McMinnville, OR

Average temperature in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.3°F).

Average pressure in May
McMinnville, OR

Average pressure in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average pressure in May: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
McMinnville, OR

Average wind speed in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
McMinnville, OR

Average humidity in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

Average rainfall in May
McMinnville, OR

Average rainfall in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.49").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
McMinnville, OR

Average rainfall days in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
McMinnville, OR

Average snowfall in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
McMinnville, OR

Average snowfall days in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
McMinnville, OR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - McMinnville, OR
  • 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
McMinnville, OR

Average sunshine days in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
McMinnville, OR

Average UV index in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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 2).

Average cloud cover in May
McMinnville, OR

Average cloud cover in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
McMinnville, OR

Average visibility in May - McMinnville, OR
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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