May weather forecast
Burnside, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Burnside, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks May, moving from April's refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). An average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) is observed during May nights.

Humidity

In Burnside, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Burnside, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation. In Burnside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.2 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Burnside. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Burnside aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Burnside, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.8 days and aggregates up to 16.61" (422mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Burnside, Iowa, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider this! The reflection from 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 is the usual temperature for Burnside in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Burnside, Iowa, are 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Burnside?

In May, the average relative humidity in Burnside, Iowa, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May in Burnside?

In May, in Burnside, Iowa, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout May, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Burnside?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Burnside, Iowa. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Burnside aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

In Burnside, Iowa, the average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Burnside?

On the first day of May in Burnside, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Burnside?

In Burnside, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Burnside?

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

Average temperature in May - Burnside, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Burnside, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Burnside, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Burnside, IA

Average humidity in May - Burnside, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Burnside, IA

Average rainfall in May - Burnside, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Burnside, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Burnside, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Burnside, IA

Average snowfall in May - Burnside, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Burnside, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Burnside, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Burnside, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Burnside, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Burnside, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Burnside, IA

Average UV index in May - Burnside, 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
Burnside, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Burnside, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Burnside, IA

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

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

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