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
Bedford's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C) in April to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). An average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) is expected during May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In Bedford, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. In Bedford, 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, Bedford aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Bedford, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Bedford, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In Bedford, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in May
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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
Bedford, 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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