May weather forecast
Postville, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Postville, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Postville's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During May, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 48.9°F (9.4°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Postville, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Postville are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Postville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.3 snowfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Postville is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Postville is 8.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Postville, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Postville in May?

During May, Postville experiences an average high-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and a low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Postville?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Postville?

In Postville, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Postville?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Postville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Postville have in May?

In May, the average day length in Postville, Iowa, is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Postville?

On the first day of May in Postville, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Postville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Postville is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Postville?

In Postville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Postville, IA

Average temperature in May - Postville, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Postville, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Postville, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Postville, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Postville, IA

Average rainfall in May - Postville, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Postville, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Postville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Postville, IA

Average snowfall in May - Postville, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Postville, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Postville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Postville, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Postville, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Postville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Postville, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Postville, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Postville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Postville, IA

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

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

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