May weather forecast
Newkirk, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Newkirk, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's mild 56.8°F (13.8°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). An average minimum temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) is recorded during the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Newkirk, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Newkirk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Newkirk aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Newkirk, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.5 days and aggregates up to 18.39" (467mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Newkirk, Iowa, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and a low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May in Newkirk?

In May, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Newkirk aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Newkirk have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Newkirk have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Newkirk, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°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 (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°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 (11.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Newkirk, IA

Average pressure in May - Newkirk, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Newkirk, IA

Average wind speed in May - Newkirk, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Newkirk, IA

Average humidity in May - Newkirk, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in May
Newkirk, IA

Average rainfall in May - Newkirk, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Newkirk, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Newkirk, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Newkirk, IA

Average snowfall in May - Newkirk, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Newkirk, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Newkirk, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

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

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Newkirk, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Newkirk, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Newkirk, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Newkirk, IA

Average UV index in May - Newkirk, 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
Newkirk, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Newkirk, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Newkirk, IA

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

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

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