May weather forecast
Mapleton, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mapleton, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Mapleton's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C) to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). The average temperature in Mapleton during May nights dips to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.6 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Mapleton, Iowa.

Daylight

In Mapleton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of May in Mapleton, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Mapleton is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mapleton in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Mapleton, is 70.3°F (21.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Mapleton?

The average relative humidity in May in Mapleton, Iowa, is 70%.

What is the rainiest month in Mapleton?

The month with the most rainfall in Mapleton is May, when the rain falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Mapleton?

In Mapleton, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mapleton?

In Mapleton, Iowa, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Mapleton in May?

In May, in Mapleton, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Mapleton have in May?

The average day length in May in Mapleton is 14h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Mapleton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Mapleton?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Mapleton?

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

Average temperature in May - Mapleton, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Mapleton, IA

Average pressure in May - Mapleton, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Mapleton, IA

Average wind speed in May - Mapleton, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Mapleton, IA

Average humidity in May - Mapleton, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Mapleton, IA

Average rainfall in May - Mapleton, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Mapleton, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Mapleton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mapleton, IA

Average snowfall in May - Mapleton, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mapleton, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Mapleton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mapleton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mapleton, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Mapleton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in May
Mapleton, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Mapleton, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Mapleton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Mapleton, IA

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

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

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