May weather forecastTower, MN
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Tower, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 61.9°F (16.6°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).Temperature
As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays a considerable increase, soaring from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). An average low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) is common during the nights of May.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 70%, May is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Tower, Minnesota, during May, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.7 rainfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.1 snowfall days, in May, Tower aggregates 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Tower, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 111.2 days and aggregates up to 44.57" (1132mm) of snow.Daylight
In Tower, Minnesota, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 11min.On the first day of May in Tower, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:59 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Tower is 8.2h.UV index
In Tower, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Tower, MN
- Average high temperature in May: 61.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°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 (-0.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Tower, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Tower, MN
- Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Tower, MN
- Average humidity in May: 70%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Tower, MN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").
Average rainfall days in May
Tower, MN
- Average rainfall days in May: 16 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Tower, MN
- Average snowfall in May: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Tower, MN
- Average snowfall days in May: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tower, MN
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 12min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Tower, MN
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Tower, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Tower, MN
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Tower, MN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
