May weather forecast
Merrill, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Merrill, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.3°F (20.7°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) in April to an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C). An average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is expected during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Merrill, during May, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Merrill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Merrill, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Merrill is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May in Merrill, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Merrill, Iowa, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Merrill, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Merrill, the average high-temperature is 69.3°F (20.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Merrill, in May, during 15.5 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Merrill, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Merrill, Iowa, the average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Merrill have in May?

In Merrill, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Merrill, IA

Average temperature in May - Merrill, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Merrill, IA

Average pressure in May - Merrill, 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
Merrill, IA

Average wind speed in May - Merrill, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Merrill, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Merrill, IA

Average rainfall in May - Merrill, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Merrill, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Merrill, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Merrill, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Merrill, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Merrill, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Merrill, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Merrill, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Merrill, IA

Average UV index in May - Merrill, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Merrill, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Merrill, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Merrill, IA

Average visibility in May - Merrill, 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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