May weather forecast
Mitchellville, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mitchellville, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 69.6°F (20.9°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). Throughout the month of May, Mitchellville observes an average nighttime temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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 moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Mitchellville, in May, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Mitchellville, 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?

The average day length in May is 14h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mitchellville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mitchellville, IA

Average temperature in May - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°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 (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Mitchellville, IA

Average pressure in May - Mitchellville, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Mitchellville, IA

Average wind speed in May - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Mitchellville, IA

Average humidity in May - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Mitchellville, IA

Average rainfall in May - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Mitchellville, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mitchellville, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mitchellville, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mitchellville, 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 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mitchellville, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Mitchellville, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Mitchellville, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Mitchellville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Mitchellville, IA

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

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

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