May weather forecast
Afton, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Afton, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and an average high of 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

Afton experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in April to a refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C). An average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) is observed during the May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Afton, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Afton. May is the last month it regularly snows in Afton. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Afton aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Afton, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.4 days and aggregates up to 22.4" (569mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Afton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, in Afton, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Afton is 8.4h.

UV index

In Afton, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Afton in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Afton, is 65.1°F (18.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Afton?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Afton?

In Afton, Minnesota, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Afton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Afton, Minnesota. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Afton aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Afton?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Afton?

On the first day of May in Afton, Minnesota, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Afton have in May?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Afton?

In Afton, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Afton, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Afton, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Afton, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Afton, MN

Average humidity in May - Afton, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Afton, MN

Average rainfall in May - Afton, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in May
Afton, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Afton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Afton, MN

Average snowfall in May - Afton, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Afton, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Afton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Afton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Afton, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Afton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Afton, MN

Average UV index in May - Afton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Afton, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in May
Afton, MN

Average visibility in May - Afton, 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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