May weather forecast
Calmar, IA

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Weather in May

May in Calmar marks the complete transition into spring, displaying an abundant display of flora and fauna. It's a relatively wet month with precipitation peaking at 4.06" (103mm). Rain showers become abundant, leading to vibrant and lush surroundings. Increased sunshine hours uplifts the mood of the city, encouraging outdoor activities and social events. People are seen flocking to parks and outdoor recreation centers, enjoying the pleasant weather before the approaching summer heat.

Temperature

May in Calmar, Iowa, witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in April to a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C). Calmar throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Calmar, during May, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation. In Calmar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Calmar aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Calmar, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.9 days and aggregates up to 24.37" (619mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Calmar, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, Calmar experiences an average high-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and a low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Calmar, in May, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 4.06" (103mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Calmar aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Calmar have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Calmar have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Calmar, IA

Average temperature in May - Calmar, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Calmar, IA

Average pressure in May - Calmar, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Calmar, IA

Average wind speed in May - Calmar, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Calmar, IA

Average humidity in May - Calmar, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Calmar, IA

Average rainfall in May - Calmar, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Calmar, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Calmar, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Calmar, IA

Average snowfall in May - Calmar, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Calmar, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Calmar, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Calmar, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Calmar, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Calmar, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Calmar, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Calmar, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Calmar, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Calmar, IA

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

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

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