May weather forecast
Dana, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Dana, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.4°F (20.8°C) and min 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Dana sees a steady low-temperature average of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

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, Dana aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Dana, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dana are 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Dana, during May, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dana aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dana, IA

Average temperature in May - Dana, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Dana, IA

Average pressure in May - Dana, 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
Dana, IA

Average wind speed in May - Dana, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Dana, IA

Average humidity in May - Dana, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Dana, IA

Average rainfall in May - Dana, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Dana, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Dana, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dana, IA

Average snowfall in May - Dana, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dana, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Dana, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dana, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dana, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Dana, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Dana, IA

Average UV index in May - Dana, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Dana, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Dana, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Dana, IA

Average visibility in May - Dana, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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