May weather forecast
Ely, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ely, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average high of 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). In Ely, the average nighttime temperature during May is a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

In Ely, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Ely, 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 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Ely, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Ely, is 68.9°F (20.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Ely is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

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.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Ely, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°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 (14.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Ely, IA

Average pressure in May - Ely, 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
Ely, IA

Average wind speed in May - Ely, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Ely, IA

Average humidity in May - Ely, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Ely, IA

Average rainfall in May - Ely, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Ely, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Ely, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ely, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ely, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Ely, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ely, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ely, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Ely, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Ely, IA

Average UV index in May - Ely, 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
Ely, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Ely, IA

Average visibility in May - Ely, 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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