Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The start of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C) in April to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). May in Dow City is noted for a mean low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Dow City is 72%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Dow City aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Dow City, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Dow City in May?
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How many hours of daylight does Dow City have in May?
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How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Dow City, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).
Average pressure in May
Dow City, 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 (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Dow City, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Dow City, IA
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).
Average rainfall in May
Dow City, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.82"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in May
Dow City, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 16 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dow City, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dow City, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dow City, 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 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dow City, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Dow City, IA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Dow City, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Dow City, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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