May weather forecast
Bristow, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bristow, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

Bristow, Iowa, in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) in April to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C). May in Bristow sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 51.8°F (11°C).

Humidity

In Bristow, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bristow, Iowa, during May, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of precipitation. In Bristow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.3 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bristow, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Bristow, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bristow aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.2 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, in Bristow, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Bristow is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bristow is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Bristow?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Bristow, is 68.2°F (20.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Bristow?

In Bristow, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Bristow?

In Bristow, during May, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Bristow?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Bristow, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bristow aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Bristow?

The average day length in May in Bristow is 14h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bristow?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bristow, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bristow?

The average sunshine duration in May in Bristow, Iowa, is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Bristow?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Bristow is 5. A UV Index value 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
Bristow, IA

Average temperature in May - Bristow, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Bristow, IA

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Bristow, IA

Average wind speed in May - Bristow, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Bristow, IA

Average humidity in May - Bristow, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Bristow, IA

Average rainfall in May - Bristow, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
Bristow, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Bristow, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bristow, IA

Average snowfall in May - Bristow, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bristow, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • 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: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bristow, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Bristow, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Bristow, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Bristow, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Bristow, IA

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

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

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