May weather forecast
Blue Grass, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Blue Grass, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.4°F (20.8°C) and min 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature increases from a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) in April to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) is witnessed throughout May.

Humidity

In Blue Grass, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Blue Grass, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Blue Grass, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

Blue Grass in May has an average high-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Blue Grass is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.6 days and accumulates 5" (127mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Blue Grass, in May, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 5" (127mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Blue Grass, IA

Average pressure in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Blue Grass, IA

Average wind speed in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Blue Grass, IA

Average humidity in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Blue Grass, IA

Average rainfall in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Blue Grass, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Blue Grass, IA

Average snowfall in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Blue Grass, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Blue Grass, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Blue Grass, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Blue Grass, IA

Average UV index in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Blue Grass, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Blue Grass, IA

Average visibility in May - Blue Grass, 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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