May weather forecast
Popejoy, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Popejoy, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 68.4°F (20.2°C) and min 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). Popejoy observes an average nighttime temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) during May.

Humidity

In Popejoy, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Popejoy, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Popejoy, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Popejoy aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Popejoy, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 16.65" (423mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and a low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Popejoy, in May, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Popejoy aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Popejoy have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Popejoy, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Popejoy, IA

Average temperature in May - Popejoy, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Popejoy, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Popejoy, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Popejoy, IA

Average humidity in May - Popejoy, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Popejoy, IA

Average rainfall in May - Popejoy, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Popejoy, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Popejoy, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Popejoy, IA

Average snowfall in May - Popejoy, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Popejoy, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Popejoy, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Popejoy, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Popejoy, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Popejoy, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Popejoy, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Popejoy, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Popejoy, IA

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

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

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