May weather forecast
Benson, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Benson, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and an average high of 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). During May, Benson experiences an average low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 67%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Benson, Minnesota, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Benson, there are 109.8 rainfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Benson aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Benson, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.3 days and aggregates up to 17.91" (455mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Benson, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of May, in Benson, Minnesota, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 9:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Benson?

Benson in May has an average high-temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the least humid month in Benson?

With an average relative humidity of 67%, May is the least humid month in Benson, Minnesota.

What is the average humidity in May in Benson?

In May, the average relative humidity in Benson, Minnesota, is 67%.

How much does it rain in Benson in May?

In Benson, Minnesota, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Benson?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Benson, Minnesota. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Benson aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Benson have in May?

In Benson, the average day length in May is 14h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Benson?

On the first day of May in Benson, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 9:02 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Benson?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Benson?

In Benson, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Benson, MN

Average temperature in May - Benson, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Benson, MN

Average pressure in May - Benson, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Benson, MN

Average wind speed in May - Benson, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Benson, MN

Average humidity in May - Benson, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

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Average rainfall in May
Benson, MN

Average rainfall in May - Benson, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in May
Benson, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Benson, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Benson, MN

Average snowfall in May - Benson, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Benson, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Benson, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Benson, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Benson, MN
  • 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Benson, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Benson, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Benson, MN

Average UV index in May - Benson, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Benson, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Benson, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Benson, MN

Average visibility in May - Benson, MN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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