May weather forecast
Pocahontas, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Pocahontas, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). In Pocahontas, in May, the average low-temperature is a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Humidity

In Pocahontas, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Pocahontas, Iowa, is May, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May in Pocahontas, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In Pocahontas, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Pocahontas?

Pocahontas in May has an average high-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Pocahontas?

In Pocahontas, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

What is the wettest month in Pocahontas?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Pocahontas in May?

In Pocahontas, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Pocahontas?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Pocahontas in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pocahontas have in May?

In May, the average day length in Pocahontas is 14h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Pocahontas?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Pocahontas?

In Pocahontas, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Pocahontas?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Pocahontas, IA

Average temperature in May - Pocahontas, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Pocahontas, IA

Average pressure in May - Pocahontas, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pocahontas, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Pocahontas, IA

Average humidity in May - Pocahontas, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Pocahontas, IA

Average rainfall in May - Pocahontas, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Pocahontas, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Pocahontas, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pocahontas, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pocahontas, IA

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

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

Average sunshine days in May
Pocahontas, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Pocahontas, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Pocahontas, IA

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

Average cloud cover in May
Pocahontas, IA

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

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

Average visibility in May
Pocahontas, IA

Average visibility in May - Pocahontas, 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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