May weather forecast
Rutland, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Rutland, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in April to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). During May, an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) is observed.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rutland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.6 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Rutland aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Rutland, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Rutland, is 69.1°F (20.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Rutland, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Rutland aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Rutland, the average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Rutland?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rutland have in May?

In Rutland, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Rutland?

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

Average temperature in May - Rutland, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Rutland, IA

Average pressure in May - Rutland, 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
Rutland, IA

Average wind speed in May - Rutland, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Rutland, IA

Average humidity in May - Rutland, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Rutland, IA

Average rainfall in May - Rutland, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Rutland, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Rutland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rutland, IA

Average snowfall in May - Rutland, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rutland, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rutland, 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 4min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rutland, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Rutland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Rutland, IA

Average UV index in May - Rutland, 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 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Rutland, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Rutland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Rutland, IA

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

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

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