May weather forecast
Persia, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Persia, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.4°F (20.8°C) and min 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in Persia's average high-temperature, moving from a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) in April to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). The mean low-temperature during May nights is a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

In Persia, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Persia, in May, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Persia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.5 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Persia aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.5 snowfall days, and 7.13" (181mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Persia in May?

The high-temperature during May is 69.4°F (20.8°C) and the low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Persia, during May, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Persia aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Persia have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Persia have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Persia, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Persia, IA

Average pressure in May - Persia, 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
Persia, IA

Average wind speed in May - Persia, 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 (7.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Persia, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Persia, IA

Average rainfall in May - Persia, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Persia, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Persia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Persia, IA

Average snowfall in May - Persia, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Persia, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Persia, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Persia, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Persia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Persia, IA

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

Average cloud cover in May
Persia, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Persia, IA

Average visibility in May - Persia, 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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