May weather forecast
Iowa Falls, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Iowa Falls, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in April to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). Throughout the month of May, Iowa Falls reports a steady low-temperature average of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Iowa Falls, there are 132 rainfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Iowa Falls aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Iowa Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 16.65" (423mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Iowa Falls, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In Iowa Falls, Iowa, 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Iowa Falls in May?

The high-temperature during May is 68.4°F (20.2°C) and the low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Iowa Falls, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Iowa Falls?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Iowa Falls aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Iowa Falls have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Iowa Falls is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Iowa Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average temperature in May - Iowa Falls, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average pressure in May - Iowa Falls, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average wind speed in May - Iowa Falls, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average humidity in May - Iowa Falls, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average rainfall in May - Iowa Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Iowa Falls, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average snowfall in May - Iowa Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Iowa Falls, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Iowa Falls, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Iowa Falls, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average UV index in May - Iowa Falls, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Iowa Falls, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Iowa Falls, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Iowa Falls, IA

Average visibility in May - Iowa Falls, 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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