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Grand Forks Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F), May in Grand Forks brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 81 mm (3.2 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Grand Forks in May

The climate data from previous years indicates about 12 days of rain, averaging 81 mm (3.2 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Grand Forks in May

If you're visiting Grand Forks in May, expect highs of 19°C (66°F) and overnight lows around 6°C (43°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Grand Forks.

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Grand Forks Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 81 mm (3.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Grand Forks in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.

What To Do in Grand Forks in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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