May weather forecast
Minden, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Minden, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 53.4°F (11.9°C) and max 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from April's mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). Minden, during May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Humidity

In Minden, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, in Minden, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Minden, Iowa, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Minden. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Minden aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.8 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Minden?

During May, Minden experiences an average high-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and a low-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Minden?

In Minden, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in Minden in May?

In May, in Minden, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Minden?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Minden aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Minden?

In Minden, the average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Minden?

On the first day of May in Minden, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Minden?

The average sunshine duration in May in Minden, Iowa, is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Minden?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Minden, IA

Average temperature in May - Minden, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°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 (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Minden, IA

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

Average wind speed in May
Minden, IA

Average wind speed in May - Minden, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Minden, IA

Average humidity in May - Minden, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Minden, IA

Average rainfall in May - Minden, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Minden, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Minden, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Minden, IA

Average snowfall in May - Minden, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Minden, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Minden, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Minden, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Minden, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Minden, IA

Average UV index in May - Minden, 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 January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Minden, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Minden, IA

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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