May weather forecast
Canton, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Canton, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.7°F (9.3°C) and max 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in April to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature records at a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Canton is 79%.

Rainfall

In Canton, in May, during 19.8 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Canton. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Canton aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Canton, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 25.43" (646mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Canton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

In Canton, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Canton in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Canton, is 65.3°F (18.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Canton?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Canton in May?

In May, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout May, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Canton?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Canton aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Canton have in May?

In Canton, the average day length in May is 14h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Canton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Canton, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Canton?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Canton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Canton is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Canton, MN

Average temperature in May - Canton, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Canton, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Canton, MN

Average wind speed in May - Canton, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Canton, MN

Average humidity in May - Canton, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Canton, MN

Average rainfall in May - Canton, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in May
Canton, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Canton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Canton, MN

Average snowfall in May - Canton, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Canton, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Canton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 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
Canton, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Canton, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Canton, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Canton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Canton, MN

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Canton, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Canton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Canton, MN

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

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

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