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
The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C) in April to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). May sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 52.5°F (11.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Laurel. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Laurel aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Laurel, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.2 days and aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.UV index
In Laurel, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Laurel in May?
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What is the UV index reading in May in Laurel?
Average temperature in May
Laurel, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Laurel, 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 (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Laurel, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Laurel, IA
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Laurel, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 4.37"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in May
Laurel, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Laurel, 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
Laurel, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Laurel, IA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Laurel, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Laurel, IA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Laurel, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Laurel, 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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