Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Carter Lake experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C) in April to an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). Carter Lake records a consistent low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) during May nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Carter Lake, Iowa, is 72%.Rainfall
In Carter Lake, Iowa, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Carter Lake, there are 122.5 rainfall days, and 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Carter Lake, Iowa. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Carter Lake aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Carter Lake, Iowa, there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Carter Lake in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Carter Lake?
How many days does it rain in May in Carter Lake?
What is the last month it snows in Carter Lake?
How many hours of daylight does Carter Lake have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Carter Lake?
How many hours of sunshine does Carter Lake have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Carter Lake?
Average temperature in May
Carter Lake, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 71.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Carter Lake, 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
Carter Lake, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Carter Lake, IA
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in May
Carter Lake, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in May
Carter Lake, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Carter Lake, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Carter Lake, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Carter Lake, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Carter Lake, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Carter Lake, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Carter Lake, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Carter Lake, 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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