May weather forecast
Harper, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Harper, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70°F (21.1°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) in April to an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C). May generally records an average low-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Harper. Rain falls for 17.7 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Harper are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Harper aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Harper, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 12.56" (319mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Harper in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Harper, records 70°F (21.1°C), while the low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.7 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Harper, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Harper aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Harper have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Harper, IA

Average temperature in May - Harper, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Harper, IA

Average pressure in May - Harper, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"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
Harper, IA

Average wind speed in May - Harper, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Harper, IA

Average humidity in May - Harper, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Harper, IA

Average rainfall in May - Harper, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Harper, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Harper, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Harper, IA

Average snowfall in May - Harper, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Harper, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Harper, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Harper, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Harper, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Harper, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Harper, IA

Average UV index in May - Harper, 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
Harper, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Harper, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

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

Average visibility in May
Harper, IA

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

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

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