May weather forecast
Lacona, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Lacona, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). An average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) is common during the nights of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Lacona, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lacona, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.1 days and collects up to 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Lacona aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May in Lacona, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Lacona is 8.5h.

UV index

In Lacona, 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 UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Lacona?

In Lacona, 69.4°F (20.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.7°F (11.5°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Lacona?

In Lacona, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in Lacona in May?

In Lacona, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Lacona?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Lacona aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lacona have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Lacona?

On the first day of May in Lacona, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lacona?

In Lacona, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Lacona?

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
Lacona, IA

Average temperature in May - Lacona, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°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 (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in May
Lacona, IA

Average pressure in May - Lacona, 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
Lacona, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Lacona, IA

Average humidity in May - Lacona, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

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

Average rainfall in May
Lacona, IA

Average rainfall in May - Lacona, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Lacona, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Lacona, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lacona, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lacona, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Lacona, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lacona, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lacona, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Lacona, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Lacona, IA

Average UV index in May - Lacona, 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
Lacona, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Lacona, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Lacona, IA

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

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

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