May weather forecast
Dallas Center, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dallas Center, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). During the month of May, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dallas Center, in May, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.7 rainfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Dallas Center, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Dallas Center aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Dallas Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 32 days and aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dallas Center, Iowa, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Dallas Center, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Dallas Center?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dallas Center have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Dallas Center, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Dallas Center is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average temperature in May - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average pressure in May - Dallas Center, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Dallas Center, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average humidity in May - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average rainfall in May - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average snowfall in May - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average UV index in May - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Dallas Center, IA

Average visibility in May - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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