May weather forecast
Bloomington, MN

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Weather in May

May brings along summer warmth, taking temperature levels to a delightful comfort zone. With increased sunshine hours, the outdoors beckon, and the parks and lakes appear more lively. Humidity stays steady at the same level as April but the rain becomes more frequent. Rainfall climbs to the peak of 2.72" (69mm), refreshing the air in Bloomington. The temperature continues its northward movement, sitting comfortably from 49.5°F (9.7°C) to 66.2°, rendering heaters redundant.

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen in Bloomington with the onset of May, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C). Bloomington temperatures generally rest at a low of 49.5°F (9.7°C) during the May nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Bloomington are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Bloomington, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.8 rainfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bloomington are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Bloomington aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Bloomington, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.1 days and aggregates up to 22.17" (563mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bloomington, Minnesota, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, in Bloomington, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bloomington, Minnesota, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Bloomington, 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 the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Bloomington in May?

In May, in Bloomington, the average high-temperature is 66.2°F (19°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C).

What are the least humid months in Bloomington?

The months with the lowest humidity in Bloomington, Minnesota, are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in May in Bloomington?

In Bloomington, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

How many days does it rain in May in Bloomington?

In Bloomington, Minnesota, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Bloomington?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bloomington have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bloomington?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bloomington have in May?

In Bloomington, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Bloomington?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bloomington, Minnesota, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bloomington, MN

Average temperature in May - Bloomington, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Bloomington, MN

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

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

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Average wind speed in May
Bloomington, MN

Average wind speed in May - Bloomington, 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 (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Bloomington, MN

Average humidity in May - Bloomington, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bloomington, MN

Average rainfall in May - Bloomington, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in May
Bloomington, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Bloomington, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Bloomington, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Bloomington, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 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
Bloomington, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bloomington, 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 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
Bloomington, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Bloomington, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bloomington, MN

Average UV index in May - Bloomington, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bloomington, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Bloomington, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Bloomington, MN

Average visibility in May - Bloomington, 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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