May weather forecast
Onawa, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Onawa, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C) to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). The low-temperature in Onawa, Iowa, averages to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Onawa is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Onawa is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Onawa is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Onawa in May?

In Onawa, 70.3°F (21.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 53.2°F (11.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Onawa?

In Onawa, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

What is the wettest month in Onawa?

The month with the most rainfall in Onawa, Iowa, is May, when the rain falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Onawa?

In Onawa, Iowa, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Onawa?

May through September are months without snowfall in Onawa, Iowa.

Does it snow in Onawa in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Onawa?

In Onawa, the average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Onawa?

On the first day of May in Onawa, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Onawa have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Onawa is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Onawa?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Onawa, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Onawa, IA

Average temperature in May - Onawa, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Onawa, IA

Average pressure in May - Onawa, 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
Onawa, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Onawa, IA

Average humidity in May - Onawa, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Onawa, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Onawa, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Onawa, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Onawa, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Onawa, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Onawa, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Onawa, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Onawa, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Onawa, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in May
Onawa, IA

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

Average cloud cover in May
Onawa, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Onawa, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Onawa, IA

Average visibility in May - Onawa, 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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