May weather forecast
Estherville, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Estherville, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

Estherville in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in April to a pleasant 68°F (20°C). In the month of May, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In Estherville, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Estherville, in May, during 16.2 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Estherville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 23.66" (601mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Estherville aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Estherville, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.8 days and aggregates up to 19.76" (502mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Estherville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Estherville, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Estherville, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Estherville in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68°F (20°C) and a low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Estherville, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How much does it rain in Estherville in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout May, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Estherville?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Estherville aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Estherville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Estherville, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Estherville, IA

Average pressure in May - Estherville, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Estherville, IA

Average wind speed in May - Estherville, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Estherville, IA

Average humidity in May - Estherville, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Estherville, IA

Average rainfall in May - Estherville, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Estherville, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Estherville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Estherville, IA

Average snowfall in May - Estherville, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Estherville, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Estherville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Estherville, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Estherville, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Estherville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Estherville, IA

Average UV index in May - Estherville, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Estherville, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Estherville, IA

Average visibility in May - Estherville, 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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