May weather forecast
Monona, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Monona, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 66°F (18.9°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C). Monona's temperature drops to an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Monona, the rain falls for 20.2 days. Throughout May, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.2 rainfall days, and 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Monona aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Monona, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.9 days and aggregates up to 25.67" (652mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Monona, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Monona is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Monona in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Monona, is 66°F (18.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Monona?

The average relative humidity in May in Monona, Iowa, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Monona in May?

In Monona, in May, during 20.2 rainfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Monona?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Monona aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

In Monona, the average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Monona?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Monona?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Monona is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Monona?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Monona, IA

Average temperature in May - Monona, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in May
Monona, IA

Average pressure in May - Monona, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Monona, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Monona, IA

Average humidity in May - Monona, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Monona, IA

Average rainfall in May - Monona, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
Monona, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Monona, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Monona, IA

Average snowfall in May - Monona, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Monona, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Monona, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Monona, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Monona, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Monona, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Monona, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Monona, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

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
Monona, IA

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

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

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