May weather forecast
Pulaski, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Pulaski, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks May, moving from April's mild 60.4°F (15.8°C) to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). During May, Pulaski observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Pulaski, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In Pulaski, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pulaski in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Pulaski, is 70.3°F (21.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Pulaski?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Pulaski?

In Pulaski, Iowa, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Pulaski?

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

Does it snow in Pulaski in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pulaski have in May?

The average day length in May in Pulaski, Iowa, is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Pulaski?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Pulaski?

The average sunshine duration in May in Pulaski is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Pulaski?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Pulaski is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Pulaski, IA

Average temperature in May - Pulaski, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°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 (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Pulaski, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pulaski, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Pulaski, IA

Average humidity in May - Pulaski, 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
Pulaski, IA

Average rainfall in May - Pulaski, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
Pulaski, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Pulaski, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pulaski, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pulaski, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Pulaski, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pulaski, 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 5min

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
Pulaski, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Pulaski, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Pulaski, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Pulaski, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Pulaski, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

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 28).

Average visibility in May
Pulaski, IA

Average visibility in May - Pulaski, 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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