Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
As Athelstan transitions into May, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C) in April to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). In May, the average low-temperature in Athelstan records at a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In Athelstan, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Athelstan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.8 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Athelstan aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 10.51" (267mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Average temperature in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Athelstan, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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