May weather forecast
Gilmore City, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Gilmore City, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks May, moving from April's mild 56.8°F (13.8°C) to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). In Gilmore City, the nighttime temperature averages to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Gilmore City, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Gilmore City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.6 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) 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, Gilmore City aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.2 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gilmore City, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, in Gilmore City, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Gilmore City, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Gilmore City in May has an average high-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 3.43" (87mm) 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, Gilmore City aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gilmore City have in May?

In Gilmore City, the average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gilmore City, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity 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
Gilmore City, IA

Average temperature in May - Gilmore City, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Gilmore City, IA

Average pressure in May - Gilmore City, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gilmore City, IA

Average wind speed in May - Gilmore City, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Gilmore City, IA

Average humidity in May - Gilmore City, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Gilmore City, IA

Average rainfall in May - Gilmore City, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Gilmore City, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Gilmore City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gilmore City, IA

Average snowfall in May - Gilmore City, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gilmore City, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Gilmore City, 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
Gilmore City, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gilmore City, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gilmore City, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Gilmore City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Gilmore City, IA

Average UV index in May - Gilmore City, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Gilmore City, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Gilmore City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

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

Average visibility in May
Gilmore City, IA

Average visibility in May - Gilmore City, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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