May weather forecast
Elmira, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Elmira, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average high of 69.6°F (20.9°C).

Temperature

As Elmira welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). During May, the average low-temperature is recorded at a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Elmira, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Elmira is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 69.6°F (20.9°C) and a low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Elmira. Rain falls for 18.7 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Elmira, in May, during 18.7 rainfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Elmira, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elmira, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elmira, IA

Average temperature in May - Elmira, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Elmira, IA

Average pressure in May - Elmira, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elmira, IA

Average wind speed in May - Elmira, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Elmira, IA

Average humidity in May - Elmira, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Elmira, IA

Average rainfall in May - Elmira, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Elmira, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Elmira, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elmira, IA

Average snowfall in May - Elmira, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elmira, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Elmira, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elmira, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elmira, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Elmira, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Elmira, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Elmira, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Elmira, IA

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

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

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