May weather forecast
Brookdale, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Brookdale, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). May generally records an average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are May and June, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of rainfall.

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, Brookdale aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Brookdale, there are 38 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Brookdale, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May in Brookdale, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Brookdale, Iowa, is 8.8h.

UV index

In Brookdale, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Brookdale?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Brookdale?

In Brookdale, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

What is the rainiest month in Brookdale?

The months with the most rainfall in Brookdale are May and June, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Brookdale?

In Brookdale, in May, during 16.2 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Brookdale?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Brookdale. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Brookdale aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Brookdale have in May?

The average day length in May in Brookdale is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Brookdale?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Brookdale, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Brookdale have in May?

In Brookdale, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Brookdale?

In Brookdale, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Brookdale, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Brookdale, IA

Average pressure in May - Brookdale, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Brookdale, IA

Average wind speed in May - Brookdale, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Brookdale, IA

Average humidity in May - Brookdale, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Brookdale, IA

Average rainfall in May - Brookdale, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Brookdale, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Brookdale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Brookdale, IA

Average snowfall in May - Brookdale, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Brookdale, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Brookdale, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Brookdale, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Brookdale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Brookdale, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Brookdale, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Brookdale, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Brookdale, IA

Average visibility in May - Brookdale, 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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