May weather forecast
Muscatine, IA

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Weather in May

With the arrival of May in Muscatine, pleasant spring weather dominates. It marks the warmest conditions so far in the year with the temperature reaching the highs of 70.5°F (21.4°C) and no trace of snowfall. The city blooms under these conditions, brought on by increasing humidity and adequate rainfall. Despite the increased rain, longer daylight hours ensure plenty of sunshine moments.

Temperature

The onset of May marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in April to a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C). During the month of May, an average temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Muscatine, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Muscatine, records 70.5°F (21.4°C), while the low-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.7 days and accumulates 5" (127mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Muscatine, during May, the rain falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Muscatine in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Muscatine have in May?

In May, the average day length in Muscatine is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Muscatine have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Muscatine, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Muscatine, IA

Average temperature in May - Muscatine, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Muscatine, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Muscatine, IA

Average wind speed in May - Muscatine, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Muscatine, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Muscatine, IA

Average rainfall in May - Muscatine, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Muscatine, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Muscatine, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Muscatine, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Muscatine, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 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
Muscatine, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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
Muscatine, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Muscatine, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Muscatine, IA

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

Average cloud cover in May
Muscatine, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Muscatine, IA

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

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

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