May weather forecast
Crescent, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Crescent, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 53.6°F (12°C) and 71.1°F (21.7°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C) in April to an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) is expected in Crescent, Iowa.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Crescent is 72%.

Rainfall

In Crescent, in May, during 15.7 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Crescent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.7 days and collects up to 18.27" (464mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Crescent. May is the last month it regularly snows in Crescent. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Crescent aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Crescent, Iowa, there are 28.2 snowfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Crescent, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
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 Crescent, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Crescent?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Crescent, is 71.1°F (21.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Crescent?

The average relative humidity in May in Crescent is 72%.

How much does it rain in Crescent in May?

In Crescent, Iowa, in May, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Crescent?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Crescent, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Crescent aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Crescent have in May?

In May, the average day length in Crescent is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Crescent?

On the first day of May in Crescent, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Crescent have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Crescent, Iowa, is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Crescent?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Crescent, IA

Average temperature in May - Crescent, 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 (29.8°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 (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Crescent, IA

Average pressure in May - Crescent, 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
Crescent, IA

Average wind speed in May - Crescent, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Crescent, IA

Average humidity in May - Crescent, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Crescent, IA

Average rainfall in May - Crescent, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Crescent, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Crescent, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Crescent, IA

Average snowfall in May - Crescent, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Crescent, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Crescent, 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 12min).

  • 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
Crescent, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Crescent, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Crescent, IA

Average UV index in May - Crescent, 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
Crescent, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Crescent, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Crescent, IA

Average visibility in May - Crescent, 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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