May weather forecast
Battle Creek, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Battle Creek, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

In Battle Creek, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's mild 57.9°F (14.4°C) to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). The average low-temperature in Battle Creek during May nights is a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Battle Creek, Iowa, is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Battle Creek is May, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Battle Creek.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May in Battle Creek, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Battle Creek, Iowa, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Battle Creek in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Battle Creek, is 69.4°F (20.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Battle Creek?

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

What is the rainiest month in Battle Creek?

The month with the most rainfall in Battle Creek, Iowa, is May, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Battle Creek?

In Battle Creek, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Battle Creek?

May through September are months without snowfall in Battle Creek, Iowa.

Does it snow in Battle Creek in May?

In May, in Battle Creek, Iowa, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Battle Creek have in May?

The average day length in May in Battle Creek, Iowa, is 14h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Battle Creek?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Battle Creek, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Battle Creek?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Battle Creek?

In Battle Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average temperature in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average pressure in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average wind speed in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average humidity in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

Average rainfall in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average rainfall in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average snowfall in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average UV index in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Battle Creek, IA

Average visibility in May - Battle Creek, 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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