May weather forecast
Melvin, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Melvin, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

Entering May, Melvin sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's refreshing 55.4°F (13°C) to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Melvin sees a steady low-temperature average of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Humidity

In Melvin, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) 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, Melvin aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Melvin, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Melvin, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, in Melvin, the average high-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Melvin, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout May, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Melvin aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Melvin have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:55 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Melvin have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Melvin, IA

Average temperature in May - Melvin, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°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 (9.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Melvin, IA

Average pressure in May - Melvin, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Melvin, IA

Average wind speed in May - Melvin, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Melvin, IA

Average humidity in May - Melvin, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Melvin, IA

Average rainfall in May - Melvin, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Melvin, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Melvin, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Melvin, IA

Average snowfall in May - Melvin, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Melvin, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Melvin, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Melvin, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Melvin, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Melvin, IA

Average UV index in May - Melvin, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Melvin, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Melvin, IA

Average visibility in May - Melvin, 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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