May weather forecast
Monticello, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Monticello, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). In the month of May, Monticello records a consistent average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Monticello is 8.4h.

UV index

In Monticello, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Monticello, records 68.4°F (20.2°C), while the low-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Monticello, in May, it is raining for 18.6 days, with typically 4.25" (108mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Monticello have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Monticello, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Monticello, IA

Average temperature in May - Monticello, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Monticello, IA

Average pressure in May - Monticello, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Monticello, IA

Average wind speed in May - Monticello, 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 August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Monticello, IA

Average humidity in May - Monticello, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Monticello, IA

Average rainfall in May - Monticello, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
Monticello, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Monticello, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Monticello, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Monticello, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Monticello, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Monticello, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Monticello, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Monticello, IA

Average UV index in May - Monticello, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Monticello, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Monticello, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Monticello, IA

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

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

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