May weather forecast
Riceville, IA

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Weather in May

May symbolizes the advent of warmer weather in Riceville. Average temperatures reach a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C), marking the true arrival of spring. With rainfall peaking at an average of 3.46" (88mm), May is characterized by the heavy showers that will encourage lush plant growth. The amount of sunshine hours per day experiences a jump, leading to more daylight activities. Contrastingly, wind speed decreases significantly in May, yielding more calm and tranquil days.

Temperature

May witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C). Riceville, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Riceville, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Riceville aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Riceville, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Riceville, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

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 radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Riceville?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Riceville, is 66.4°F (19.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Riceville, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Riceville, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Riceville aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Riceville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Riceville, IA

Average temperature in May - Riceville, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in May
Riceville, IA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Riceville, IA

Average wind speed in May - Riceville, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Riceville, IA

Average humidity in May - Riceville, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Riceville, IA

Average rainfall in May - Riceville, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Riceville, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Riceville, IA

Average snowfall in May - Riceville, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Riceville, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Riceville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Riceville, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Riceville, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Riceville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Riceville, IA

Average UV index in May - Riceville, 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 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Riceville, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Riceville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

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
Riceville, IA

Average visibility in May - Riceville, 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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