May weather forecast
Elkader, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Elkader, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.3°F (9.6°C) and max 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). An average low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Elkader is 81%.

Rainfall

In Elkader, in May, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 4.13" (105mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkader, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 29.21" (742mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Elkader. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Elkader aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Elkader, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.5 days and aggregates up to 19.76" (502mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elkader, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Elkader, Iowa, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elkader in May?

May temperatures in Elkader, Iowa, vary between a high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and a low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elkader?

The average relative humidity in May in Elkader, Iowa, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Elkader?

In Elkader, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Elkader?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Elkader, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Elkader aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Elkader?

In Elkader, Iowa, the average day length in May is 14h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Elkader?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elkader, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkader have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Elkader, Iowa, is 8.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Elkader?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Elkader?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Elkader, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Elkader, IA

Average temperature in May - Elkader, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Elkader, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elkader, IA

Average wind speed in May - Elkader, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Elkader, IA

Average humidity in May - Elkader, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Elkader, IA

Average rainfall in May - Elkader, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Elkader, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Elkader, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elkader, IA

Average snowfall in May - Elkader, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elkader, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elkader, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elkader, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Elkader, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Elkader, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Elkader, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Elkader, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Elkader, IA

Average visibility in May - Elkader, 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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