May weather forecast
Mitchell, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mitchell, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and an average low of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

As Mitchell transitions into May, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). Mitchell witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Mitchell aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Mitchell, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Mitchell, 66.4°F (19.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 49.8°F (9.9°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Mitchell, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Mitchell aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mitchell have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Mitchell?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mitchell have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Mitchell, IA

Average temperature in May - Mitchell, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in May
Mitchell, IA

Average pressure in May - Mitchell, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Mitchell, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Mitchell, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Mitchell, IA

Average rainfall in May - Mitchell, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Mitchell, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Mitchell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mitchell, IA

Average snowfall in May - Mitchell, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mitchell, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Mitchell, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mitchell, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mitchell, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Mitchell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Mitchell, IA

Average UV index in May - Mitchell, 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 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Mitchell, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Mitchell, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Mitchell, IA

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

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

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