May weather forecast
Blairstown, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Blairstown, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.2°F (11.2°C) and max 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) in April to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C). Blairstown reports an average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) 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, Blairstown aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Blairstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 39 days and aggregates up to 16.69" (424mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Blairstown, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Blairstown, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Blairstown in May?

Blairstown in May has an average high-temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Blairstown?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.1 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Blairstown aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Blairstown have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Blairstown, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Blairstown have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Blairstown, IA

Average temperature in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Blairstown, IA

Average pressure in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Blairstown, IA

Average wind speed in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Blairstown, IA

Average humidity in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Blairstown, IA

Average rainfall in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
Blairstown, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Blairstown, IA

Average snowfall in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Blairstown, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Blairstown, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Blairstown, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Blairstown, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Blairstown, IA

Average UV index in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Blairstown, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Blairstown, IA

Average visibility in May - Blairstown, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).

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