Minneapolis · May
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 68°F, low 48°F. Expect 15 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
68° / 48°F
Humidity
65%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
11 mph
What May feels like in Minneapolis
Sunrise
05:43
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:35
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Minneapolis in May
The kit for May in Minneapolis: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+15° avg high
-1 rain days
Minneapolis in April →
May
68°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-12° avg high
+2 rain days
Minneapolis in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Minneapolis in May?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Minneapolis in May?+
Average high 68°F, average low 48°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Minneapolis?+
Compared to April (avg high 53°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 80°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Minneapolis in May?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in May, on average.