May weather forecast
Plano, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Plano, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's mild 60.4°F (15.8°C) to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). Plano's nighttime temperature in May falls to an average of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Humidity

In Plano, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Plano, in May, during 18.2 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) 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, Plano aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Plano, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

In Plano, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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 average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Plano, is 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Plano, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Plano, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Plano aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Plano have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plano have in May?

In Plano, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Plano, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Plano, IA

Average pressure in May - Plano, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Plano, IA

Average wind speed in May - Plano, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Plano, IA

Average humidity in May - Plano, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Plano, IA

Average rainfall in May - Plano, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Plano, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Plano, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Plano, IA

Average snowfall in May - Plano, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Plano, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Plano, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Plano, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Plano, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Plano, IA

Average UV index in May - Plano, 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
Plano, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Plano, IA

Average visibility in May - Plano, 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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