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Saint Paul Weather in May

Saint Paul in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows of 10°C (50°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 103 mm (4.1 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Saint Paul in May

Typically around 14 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 103 mm (4.1 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Saint Paul in May

Expect highs of 21°C (70°F) in Saint Paul in May, with nights dropping to around 10°C (50°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 10°C (50°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Saint Paul in May

The month enjoys around 298 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Saint Paul in May

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during May. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

For Saint Paul itself, September generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Saint Paul Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm (4.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 60% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 298 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 63% *  
* Data from: Minneapolis, the United States of America (11 KM, 7 Miles).

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 Saint Paul 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Saint Paul in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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