May weather forecast
Grinnell, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Grinnell, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.3°F (11.3°C) and max 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Grinnell's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) to an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C). An average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Grinnell is 78%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Grinnell, 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 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, in Grinnell, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Grinnell, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Grinnell?

In Grinnell, 69.3°F (20.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.3°F (11.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Grinnell?

In Grinnell, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Grinnell?

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

How much does it rain in Grinnell in May?

In May, in Grinnell, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout May, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Grinnell?

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

How many hours of daylight does Grinnell have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Grinnell?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Grinnell, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Grinnell have in May?

In Grinnell, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Grinnell?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Grinnell, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Grinnell, IA

Average temperature in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average pressure in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average wind speed in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average humidity in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average rainfall in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average snowfall in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average UV index in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Grinnell, 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
Grinnell, IA

Average visibility in May - Grinnell, 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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