May weather forecast
Denver, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Denver, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average high of 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). In Denver, May is marked by an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Denver, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 4.06" (103mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Denver, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Denver. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Denver aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Denver, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.6 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Denver, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Denver is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Denver in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 68°F (20°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Denver?

In May, the average relative humidity in Denver is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Denver?

In Denver, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 4.06" (103mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Denver?

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

How many hours of daylight does Denver have in May?

In May, the average day length in Denver, Iowa, is 14h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Denver?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Denver?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Denver?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Denver, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Denver, IA

Average temperature in May - Denver, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Denver, IA

Average pressure in May - Denver, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Denver, IA

Average wind speed in May - Denver, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Denver, IA

Average humidity in May - Denver, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Denver, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Denver, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Denver, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Denver, IA

Average snowfall in May - Denver, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Denver, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Denver, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Denver, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Denver, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Denver, IA

Average UV index in May - Denver, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Denver, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Denver, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Denver, IA

Average visibility in May - Denver, 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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