May weather forecast
Owasa, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Owasa, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in April to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). May nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Owasa is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, in Owasa, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132 rainfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Owasa aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.4 snowfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Owasa, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, in Owasa, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Owasa, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Owasa experiences an average high-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and a low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Owasa, in May, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Owasa aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Owasa have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Owasa have in May?

In Owasa, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Owasa, IA

Average temperature in May - Owasa, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Owasa, IA

Average pressure in May - Owasa, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Owasa, IA

Average wind speed in May - Owasa, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Owasa, IA

Average humidity in May - Owasa, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Owasa, IA

Average rainfall in May - Owasa, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Owasa, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Owasa, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Owasa, IA

Average snowfall in May - Owasa, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Owasa, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Owasa, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Owasa, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Owasa, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Owasa, IA

Average UV index in May - Owasa, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Owasa, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Owasa, IA

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

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

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