Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Detroit Lakes experiences a clear temperature upsurge in May, with average high-temperatures moving from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in April to a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). Detroit Lakes records an average temperature drop to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in May.Humidity
May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Detroit Lakes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.4 days and collects up to 19.8" (503mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Detroit Lakes aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Detroit Lakes, during the entire year, snow falls for 84 days and aggregates up to 27.2" (691mm) 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 6:06 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 9:09 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In Detroit Lakes, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Detroit Lakes?
What is the least humid month in Detroit Lakes?
What is the average humidity in May in Detroit Lakes?
How much does it rain in Detroit Lakes in May?
What is the last month it snows in Detroit Lakes?
How many hours of daylight does Detroit Lakes have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Detroit Lakes?
How long on average sun shines in May in Detroit Lakes?
How high is the UV index in May in Detroit Lakes?
Average temperature in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average high temperature in May: 63.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 45.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"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).
Average wind speed in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average humidity in May: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").
Average rainfall days in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average snowfall in May: 0.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min
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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Detroit Lakes, 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Detroit Lakes, MN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, USA
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