May weather forecast
Dougherty, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Dougherty, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Dougherty's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Dougherty records a mean low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) in May.

Humidity

In Dougherty, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Dougherty, in May, during 19.4 rainfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.2 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Dougherty aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Dougherty, during the entire year, snow falls for 56 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Dougherty, the average high-temperature is 67.8°F (19.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Dougherty, in May, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 4.25" (108mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Dougherty aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Dougherty?

In Dougherty, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Dougherty, IA

Average temperature in May - Dougherty, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.8°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 (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°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 (10.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Dougherty, IA

Average pressure in May - Dougherty, 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
Dougherty, IA

Average wind speed in May - Dougherty, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Dougherty, IA

Average humidity in May - Dougherty, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Dougherty, IA

Average rainfall in May - Dougherty, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Dougherty, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Dougherty, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dougherty, IA

Average snowfall in May - Dougherty, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dougherty, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dougherty, 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
Dougherty, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Dougherty, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Dougherty, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Dougherty, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Dougherty, 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
Dougherty, IA

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

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

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