May weather forecast
Buffalo Heights, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Buffalo Heights, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and an average low of 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's mild 59.2°F (15.1°C) to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). During May, the average low-temperature is a cool 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Buffalo Heights is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Buffalo Heights, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May in Buffalo Heights, 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 8:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Buffalo Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature, in May, in Buffalo Heights, is 70.3°F (21.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Buffalo Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Buffalo Heights, in May, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Buffalo Heights, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Buffalo Heights have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, 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 8:29 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

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 medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average temperature in May - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average pressure in May - Buffalo Heights, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average wind speed in May - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 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
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average humidity in May - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average rainfall in May - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average snowfall in May - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buffalo Heights, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average UV index in May - Buffalo Heights, 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
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

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
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average visibility in May - Buffalo Heights, 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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