May weather forecast
Centerville, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Centerville, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). The average temperature during May nights in Centerville is registered at a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Centerville, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Centerville, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Centerville. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Centerville aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Centerville, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Centerville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May in Centerville, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

In Centerville, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Centerville?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Centerville, is 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Centerville?

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

How much does it rain in Centerville in May?

In Centerville, Iowa, in May, during 18.2 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Centerville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Centerville have in May?

The average day length in May in Centerville is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Centerville?

On the first day of May in Centerville, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Centerville?

The average sunshine duration in May in Centerville, Iowa, is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Centerville?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Centerville, IA

Average temperature in May - Centerville, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Centerville, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Centerville, IA

Average wind speed in May - Centerville, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Centerville, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Centerville, IA

Average rainfall in May - Centerville, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Centerville, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Centerville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Centerville, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Centerville, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Centerville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Centerville, 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 4min

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
Centerville, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Centerville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Centerville, IA

Average UV index in May - Centerville, 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
Centerville, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Centerville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

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
Centerville, IA

Average visibility in May - Centerville, 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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