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
In Dakota City, the average high-temperature in May increases from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in April to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). Dakota City witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) throughout May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.Rainfall
In Dakota City, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 25" (635mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dakota City aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.2 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:47 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.UV index
In Dakota City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Dakota City in May?
What is the average humidity in May?
How many days does it rain in May?
What is the last month it snows?
How many hours of daylight does Dakota City have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
How many hours of sunshine does Dakota City have in May?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Dakota City, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Dakota City, 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
Dakota City, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Dakota City, IA
- Average humidity in May: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in May
Dakota City, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in May
Dakota City, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dakota City, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dakota City, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dakota City, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dakota City, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Dakota 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Dakota City, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Dakota City, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
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