May weather forecast
Plato, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Plato, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.6°F (20.9°C) and an average low of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). Plato witnesses an average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

In Plato, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.7 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, in Plato, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Plato is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Plato in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Plato, is 69.6°F (20.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Plato, in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 4.61" (117mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

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 Plato have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Plato is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Plato, IA

Average temperature in May - Plato, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Plato, IA

Average pressure in May - Plato, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Plato, IA

Average wind speed in May - Plato, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Plato, IA

Average humidity in May - Plato, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Plato, IA

Average rainfall in May - Plato, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Plato, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Plato, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Plato, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Plato, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Plato, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 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
Plato, IA

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Plato, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Plato, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Plato, IA

Average UV index in May - Plato, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Plato, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Plato, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Plato, IA

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

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

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