May weather forecast
Cantril, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Cantril, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.9°F (21.6°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). May brings Cantril a consistent average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cantril, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.6 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cantril, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, in Cantril, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cantril 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Cantril?

In Cantril, in May, the average high-temperature is 70.9°F (21.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cantril?

In Cantril, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cantril?

In Cantril, Iowa, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cantril?

In Cantril, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Cantril in May?

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

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

In May, the average day length in Cantril is 14h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Cantril?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cantril, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cantril?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Cantril?

In Cantril, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cantril, IA

Average temperature in May - Cantril, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Cantril, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cantril, IA

Average wind speed in May - Cantril, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Cantril, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Cantril, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
Cantril, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Cantril, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cantril, IA

Average snowfall in May - Cantril, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cantril, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Cantril, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Cantril, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cantril, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cantril, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Cantril, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Cantril, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Cantril, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Cantril, IA

Average visibility in May - Cantril, 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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