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
A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C). Hawkeye in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Hawkeye, in May, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 4.37" (111mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hawkeye, Iowa, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Hawkeye aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Hawkeye, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.9 days and aggregates up to 24.84" (631mm) of snow.Daylight
In Hawkeye, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, in Hawkeye, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Hawkeye, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Hawkeye, IA
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Hawkeye, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph
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
Hawkeye, IA
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Hawkeye, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 4.37"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in May
Hawkeye, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Hawkeye, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Hawkeye, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hawkeye, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Hawkeye, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Hawkeye, IA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Hawkeye, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Hawkeye, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).
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