May weather forecast
Oakland, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Oakland, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.5°F (21.4°C) and 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C) in April to a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C). In May, in Oakland, the average low-temperature is a fresh 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oakland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.3 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oakland are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Oakland aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Oakland, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oakland, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Oakland, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Oakland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Oakland are 70.5°F (21.4°C) and 53.6°F (12°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Oakland, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) 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, Oakland aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Oakland, the average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Oakland?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Oakland, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Oakland, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Oakland, IA

Average pressure in May - Oakland, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Oakland, IA

Average wind speed in May - Oakland, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Oakland, IA

Average humidity in May - Oakland, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Oakland, IA

Average rainfall in May - Oakland, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Oakland, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Oakland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Oakland, IA

Average snowfall in May - Oakland, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Oakland, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oakland, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oakland, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Oakland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Oakland, IA

Average UV index in May - Oakland, 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
Oakland, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Oakland, IA

Average visibility in May - Oakland, 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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