May weather forecast
Quincy, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Quincy, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C) in April to an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Quincy, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Quincy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.1 days and collects up to 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Quincy, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Quincy are 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Quincy in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Quincy have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Quincy, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Quincy, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Quincy, IA

Average temperature in May - Quincy, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in May
Quincy, IA

Average pressure in May - Quincy, 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
Quincy, IA

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

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

Average humidity in May
Quincy, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Quincy, IA

Average rainfall in May - Quincy, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Quincy, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Quincy, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Quincy, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Quincy, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Quincy, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Quincy, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Quincy, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in May
Quincy, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Quincy, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Quincy, IA

Average visibility in May - Quincy, 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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