May weather forecast
Cotton, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cotton, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average low of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). In May, the average low-temperature is a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Cotton is May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Cotton, in May, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.8 rainfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Cotton. May is the last month it regularly snows in Cotton. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Cotton aggregates 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Cotton, during the entire year, snow falls for 105.9 days and aggregates up to 42.76" (1086mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cotton, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Cotton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Cotton?

May is the least humid month in Cotton, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in May in Cotton?

In May, the average relative humidity in Cotton, Minnesota, is 72%.

How much does it rain in Cotton in May?

In Cotton, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cotton?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Cotton aggregates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cotton have in May?

In May, the average day length in Cotton, Minnesota, is 15h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cotton?

On the first day of May in Cotton, Minnesota, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cotton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Cotton is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Cotton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cotton, MN

Average temperature in May - Cotton, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cotton, MN

Average pressure in May - Cotton, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cotton, MN

Average wind speed in May - Cotton, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cotton, MN

Average humidity in May - Cotton, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cotton, MN

Average rainfall in May - Cotton, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cotton, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Cotton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cotton, MN

Average snowfall in May - Cotton, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cotton, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Cotton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cotton, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cotton, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Cotton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cotton, MN

Average UV index in May - Cotton, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cotton, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
Cotton, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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