May weather forecast
Columbus City, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Columbus City, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.5°F (21.4°C) and min 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

In Columbus City, the average high-temperature in May rises, from a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) in April, to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C). Columbus City observes an average low-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Columbus City is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Columbus City. Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Columbus City, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Columbus City?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 70.5°F (21.4°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Columbus City?

The average relative humidity in May in Columbus City, Iowa, is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Columbus City?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Columbus City?

In Columbus City, in May, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Columbus City?

May through September are months without snowfall in Columbus City.

Does it snow in Columbus City in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Columbus City?

In May, the average day length in Columbus City, Iowa, is 14h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Columbus City?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Columbus City, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Columbus City?

In Columbus City, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Columbus City?

In Columbus City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Columbus City, IA

Average temperature in May - Columbus City, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Columbus City, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Columbus City, IA

Average wind speed in May - Columbus City, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Columbus City, IA

Average humidity in May - Columbus City, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Columbus City, IA

Average rainfall in May - Columbus City, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Columbus City, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Columbus City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Columbus City, IA

Average snowfall in May - Columbus City, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Columbus City, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Columbus City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Columbus City, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Columbus City, 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 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Columbus City, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Columbus City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Columbus City, IA

Average UV index in May - Columbus City, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Columbus City, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Columbus City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Columbus City, IA

Average visibility in May - Columbus City, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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