May weather forecastBackus, MN
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Backus, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.9°F (17.7°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature exhibits a considerable increase in May, surging from a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) in April to a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 43.7°F (6.5°C) in May.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 70%, May is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Backus, during May, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Backus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.5 days and collects up to 17.87" (454mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Backus aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Backus, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.6 days and aggregates up to 27.52" (699mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 15h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 9:04 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Backus, Minnesota, is 8.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Average temperature in May
Backus, MN
- Average high temperature in May: 63.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 43.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Backus, 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
Backus, MN
- Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Backus, MN
- Average humidity in May: 70%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Backus, MN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").
Average rainfall days in May
Backus, MN
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Backus, MN
- Average snowfall in May: 0.75"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Backus, MN
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Backus, MN
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Backus, MN
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).
Average UV index in May
Backus, MN
- 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 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Backus, MN
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Backus, MN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
