May weather forecast
Pierson, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Pierson, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.5°F (11.4°C) and max 69.6°F (20.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Pierson's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) in April to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). Pierson encounters an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Pierson, in May, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pierson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.4 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Pierson, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Pierson, Iowa, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pierson in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Pierson, is 69.6°F (20.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Pierson, in May, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pierson have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pierson have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Pierson, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°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 (13.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Pierson, IA

Average pressure in May - Pierson, 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
Pierson, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Pierson, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Pierson, IA

Average rainfall in May - Pierson, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Pierson, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Pierson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pierson, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pierson, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Pierson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pierson, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Pierson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Pierson, IA

Average UV index in May - Pierson, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Pierson, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Pierson, IA

Average visibility in May - Pierson, 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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