May weather forecast
Newton, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Newton, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and an average high of 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

In Newton, the average high-temperature in May rises, from a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) in April, to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C). Newton records an average nighttime low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In Newton, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Newton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Newton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 69.3°F (20.7°C) and a low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Newton, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Newton, Iowa, in May, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Newton?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Newton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Newton, the average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Newton, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Newton, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Newton, IA

Average temperature in May - Newton, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Newton, IA

Average pressure in May - Newton, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Newton, IA

Average wind speed in May - Newton, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 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 (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Newton, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Newton, IA

Average rainfall in May - Newton, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Newton, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Newton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Newton, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Newton, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Newton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Newton, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Newton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Newton, IA

Average UV index in May - Newton, 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
Newton, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Newton, IA

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

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

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