May weather forecast
La Crescent, MN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in La Crescent, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). An average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) is recorded during the nights in May in La Crescent, Minnesota.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in La Crescent is 80%.

Rainfall

In La Crescent, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In La Crescent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.3 days and collects up to 26.42" (671mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in La Crescent. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, La Crescent aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in La Crescent, Minnesota, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 20.2" (513mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in La Crescent is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, in La Crescent, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in La Crescent is 8.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in La Crescent. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in La Crescent in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in La Crescent, is 65.3°F (18.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in La Crescent?

In May, the average relative humidity in La Crescent is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in La Crescent?

In La Crescent, Minnesota, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in La Crescent?

May is the last month it regularly snows in La Crescent, Minnesota. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, La Crescent aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does La Crescent have in May?

In La Crescent, Minnesota, the average day length in May is 14h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in La Crescent?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in La Crescent, Minnesota, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in La Crescent?

In La Crescent, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in La Crescent?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May in La Crescent?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
La Crescent, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
La Crescent, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
La Crescent, MN

Average wind speed in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
La Crescent, MN

Average humidity in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
La Crescent, MN

Average rainfall in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in May
La Crescent, MN

Average rainfall days in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
La Crescent, MN

Average snowfall in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
La Crescent, MN

Average snowfall days in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
La Crescent, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
La Crescent, MN

Average sunshine days in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
La Crescent, MN

Average UV index in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
La Crescent, MN

Average cloud cover in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
La Crescent, MN

Average visibility in May - La Crescent, MN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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