May weather forecast
Montrose, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Montrose, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.6°F (22°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

May marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). In Montrose, an average nighttime temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) is expected during May.

Humidity

In Montrose, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.2 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 27min.
On the first day of May in Montrose, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Montrose is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 71.6°F (22°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Montrose?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Montrose, in May, during 19.2 rainfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Montrose, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Montrose have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Montrose, IA

Average temperature in May - Montrose, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Montrose, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Montrose, IA

Average wind speed in May - Montrose, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Montrose, IA

Average humidity in May - Montrose, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Montrose, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Montrose, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Montrose, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Montrose, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Montrose, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Montrose, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Montrose, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Montrose, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Montrose, IA

Average UV index in May - Montrose, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Montrose, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Montrose, IA

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

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

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