May weather forecast
De Soto, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in De Soto, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.7°F (11.5°C) and max 69.6°F (20.9°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). May's nights observe an average temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In De Soto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.7 days and collects up to 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in De Soto, Iowa, is 8.6h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature in De Soto during May is 69.6°F (20.9°C) and the low-temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in De Soto in May?

In De Soto, during May, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does De Soto have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

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 5:44 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in De Soto?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In De Soto, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
De Soto, IA

Average temperature in May - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IA

Average pressure in May - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IA

Average wind speed in May - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IA

Average humidity in May - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IA

Average rainfall in May - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IA

Average rainfall days in May - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IA

Average snowfall in May - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IA

Average snowfall days in May - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - De Soto, 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: 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
De Soto, IA

Average sunshine days in May - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IA

Average UV index in May - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IA

Average cloud cover in May - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IA

Average visibility in May - De Soto, 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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