May weather forecast
Gilman, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gilman, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.3°F (20.7°C) and an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C) in April to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C). In Gilman, an average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is recorded during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May and June, with an average 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Gilman aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Gilman, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

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 rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature during May is 69.3°F (20.7°C) and the low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall in Gilman are May and June, with an average 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Gilman, in May, during 14.6 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gilman have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gilman, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gilman have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate 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
Gilman, IA

Average temperature in May - Gilman, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Gilman, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gilman, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Gilman, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Gilman, IA

Average rainfall in May - Gilman, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Gilman, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Gilman, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gilman, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gilman, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Gilman, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gilman, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gilman, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Gilman, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Gilman, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Gilman, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Gilman, IA

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

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

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