May weather forecast
Nansen, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Nansen, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

In Nansen, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Nansen, in May, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nansen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

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, Nansen aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 6.22" (158mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Nansen, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Nansen, records 66.6°F (19.2°C), while the low-temperature is 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Nansen, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Nansen, Iowa, in May, during 14.3 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Nansen aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nansen have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nansen have in May?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Nansen, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Nansen, IA

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

Average wind speed in May
Nansen, IA

Average wind speed in May - Nansen, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Nansen, IA

Average humidity in May - Nansen, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Nansen, IA

Average rainfall in May - Nansen, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Nansen, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Nansen, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Nansen, IA

Average snowfall in May - Nansen, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Nansen, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

Average sunshine days in May
Nansen, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Nansen, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Nansen, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Nansen, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Nansen, IA

Average visibility in May - Nansen, 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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