May weather forecast
Luther, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Luther, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.4°F (20.8°C) and an average low of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

Luther's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). During May nights, Luther witnesses a consistent average temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) 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, Luther aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Luther, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.3 days and aggregates up to 13.27" (337mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Luther, Iowa, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Luther?

In Luther, in May, the average high-temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Luther in May?

In Luther, in May, during 17.5 rainfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Luther, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Luther, IA

Average temperature in May - Luther, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Luther, IA

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

Average wind speed in May
Luther, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Luther, IA

Average humidity in May - Luther, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Luther, IA

Average rainfall in May - Luther, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Luther, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Luther, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Luther, IA

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

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

Average snowfall days in May
Luther, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Luther, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Luther, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Luther, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Luther, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Luther, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Luther, IA

Average visibility in May - Luther, 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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