May weather forecast
Salina, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Salina, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 53.6°F (12°C) and an average high of 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C) to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). In Salina, May is marked by an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

In Salina, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Salina, Iowa, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Salina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and a low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.4 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout May, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Salina in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May in Salina is 14h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salina have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Salina?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Salina, IA

Average temperature in May - Salina, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Salina, IA

Average pressure in May - Salina, 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
Salina, IA

Average wind speed in May - Salina, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

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
Salina, IA

Average humidity in May - Salina, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Salina, IA

Average rainfall in May - Salina, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
Salina, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Salina, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Salina, IA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Salina, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Salina, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Salina, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Salina, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Salina, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Salina, IA

Average UV index in May - Salina, 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
Salina, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Salina, IA

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

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

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