May weather forecast
Perkins, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Perkins, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 51.3°F (10.7°C) and max 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

In Perkins, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C). The average low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) is witnessed during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Perkins, Iowa, is 69%.

Rainfall

In Perkins, Iowa, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.7 rainfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Perkins, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Perkins aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Perkins, there are 43.5 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Perkins is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Perkins in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Perkins are 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Perkins?

In Perkins, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May in Perkins?

In Perkins, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Perkins?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Perkins. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Perkins aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Perkins have in May?

In Perkins, Iowa, the average day length in May is 14h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Perkins?

On the first day of May in Perkins, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Perkins?

The average sunshine duration in May in Perkins, Iowa, is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Perkins?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Perkins is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Perkins, IA

Average temperature in May - Perkins, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°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 (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°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 (10.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Perkins, IA

Average pressure in May - Perkins, 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
Perkins, IA

Average wind speed in May - Perkins, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Perkins, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in May
Perkins, IA

Average rainfall in May - Perkins, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Perkins, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Perkins, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Perkins, IA

Average snowfall in May - Perkins, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Perkins, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Perkins, 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 0min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Perkins, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Perkins, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Perkins, IA

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

Average cloud cover in May
Perkins, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Perkins, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Perkins, IA

Average visibility in May - Perkins, 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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