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
May sees a temperature increase, moving from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in April to a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) in May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In Fort Atkinson, in May, during 20.3 rainfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Atkinson, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Fort Atkinson aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Fort Atkinson, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.9 days and aggregates up to 24.37" (619mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Fort Atkinson, Iowa, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in May?
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How many hours of daylight does Fort Atkinson have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index?
How high is the UV index in May in Fort Atkinson?
Average temperature in May
Fort Atkinson, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 65.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Fort Atkinson, IA
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Fort Atkinson, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Fort Atkinson, IA
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Fort Atkinson, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 4.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").
Average rainfall days in May
Fort Atkinson, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Fort Atkinson, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Fort Atkinson, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Atkinson, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Fort Atkinson, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Fort Atkinson, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Fort Atkinson, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Fort Atkinson, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).
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