May weather forecast
Gilbertville, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Gilbertville, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 51.6°F (10.9°C) and max 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

In Gilbertville, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). Gilbertville experiences a mean low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Gilbertville, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 4.21" (107mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gilbertville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.6 days and collects up to 28.27" (718mm) 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, Gilbertville aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Gilbertville, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.6 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Gilbertville, Iowa, is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Gilbertville?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Gilbertville, is 68.2°F (20.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Gilbertville, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Gilbertville aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gilbertville have in May?

In Gilbertville, the average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Gilbertville, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in May
Gilbertville, IA

Average pressure in May - Gilbertville, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gilbertville, IA

Average wind speed in May - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Gilbertville, IA

Average humidity in May - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Gilbertville, IA

Average rainfall in May - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Gilbertville, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gilbertville, IA

Average snowfall in May - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gilbertville, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gilbertville, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gilbertville, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Gilbertville, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Gilbertville, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Gilbertville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Gilbertville, IA

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

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

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