May weather forecast
Hartford, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hartford, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

Hartford sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in April to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Hartford aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.2 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Hartford, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In Hartford, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Hartford, is 70.2°F (21.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, in Hartford, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Hartford?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Hartford aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hartford have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Hartford, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°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 (14.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Hartford, IA

Average pressure in May - Hartford, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Hartford, IA

Average wind speed in May - Hartford, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Hartford, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Hartford, IA

Average rainfall in May - Hartford, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Hartford, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Hartford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hartford, IA

Average snowfall in May - Hartford, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hartford, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hartford, 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 2min

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
Hartford, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Hartford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Hartford, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Hartford, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Hartford, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Hartford, IA

Average visibility in May - Hartford, 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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