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
The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in April to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Gravel Pit. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Gravel Pit aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Gravel Pit, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
In Gravel Pit, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Gravel Pit in May?
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What is the wettest month?
How much does it rain in May?
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How many hours of daylight does Gravel Pit have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Gravel Pit?
How long on average sun shines in May?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Gravel Pit, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Gravel Pit, IA
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Gravel Pit, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Gravel Pit, IA
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Gravel Pit, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 4.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in May
Gravel Pit, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Gravel Pit, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Gravel Pit, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gravel Pit, 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 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Gravel Pit, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Gravel Pit, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Gravel Pit, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Gravel Pit, 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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