May weather forecast
Clear Lake, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Clear Lake, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

In Clear Lake, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C). Clear Lake experiences an average temperature drop to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Clear Lake, during May, the rain falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Clear Lake, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Clear Lake aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Clear Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.2 days and aggregates up to 26.26" (667mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Clear Lake, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

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 average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Clear Lake, is 67.3°F (19.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Clear Lake, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 19.1 days. Throughout May, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Clear Lake aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Clear Lake, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Clear Lake, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Clear Lake, IA

Average temperature in May - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Clear Lake, IA

Average pressure in May - Clear Lake, 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
Clear Lake, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Clear Lake, IA

Average humidity in May - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Clear Lake, IA

Average rainfall in May - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Clear Lake, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Clear Lake, IA

Average snowfall in May - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Clear Lake, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Clear Lake, IA

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Clear Lake, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

Average UV index in May
Clear Lake, IA

Average UV index in May - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Clear Lake, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Clear Lake, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Clear Lake, IA

Average visibility in May - Clear Lake, 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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