St. Paul weather in May
May in St. Paul averages 69°F by day and 50°F at night, with 3.9 inches of precipitation. It is the 5th-warmest and 4th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 69°F+13° vs April
- Average low
- 50°F1 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 3.9 in8 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.0 in1 days at 90°F+
Is May a good time to visit St. Paul?
Yes. May is one of the most comfortable months in St. Paul by our rule (highs of 62 to 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and under 4.5 inches of precipitation). The most comfortable months overall are May and July to September.
On May 15 the sun rises at 5:43 am and sets at 8:34 pm, giving 14h 51m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for St. Paul in May
- T-shirts and a light jacket or sweater
- An umbrella or rain jacket
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
May nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Paul | 69°F | 50°F | 3.9 in | |
| Minneapolis, MN | 8 mi | 69°F | 50°F | 3.9 in |
| Woodbury, MN | 10 mi | 69°F | 50°F | 3.9 in |
| Bloomington, MN | 14 mi | 69°F | 50°F | 3.9 in |
| Blaine, MN | 15 mi | 68°F | 45°F | 3.6 in |
| Brooklyn Park, MN | 15 mi | 69°F | 50°F | 3.9 in |
| Plymouth, MN | 18 mi | 69°F | 50°F | 3.9 in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in St. Paul in May?
In May, St. Paul averages a high of 69°F and a low of 50°F, with 3.9 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is May a good time to visit St. Paul?
Yes. May is one of St. Paul's most comfortable months by our rule: highs between 62°F and 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and modest rain.
Does it snow in St. Paul in May?
Rarely. The May snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: St. Paul in April and St. Paul in June. All twelve months: St. Paul weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Minneapolis/St Paul Airport, MN, 8.4 miles from the city center.