May weather forecast
Sheldahl, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Sheldahl, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

Sheldahl, Iowa, experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C) in April to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C). Sheldahl's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Sheldahl aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44 snowfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Sheldahl, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Sheldahl, records 69.3°F (20.7°C), while the low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sheldahl, during May, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Sheldahl aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sheldahl have in May?

In Sheldahl, the average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Sheldahl, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Sheldahl, Iowa, is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index 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
Sheldahl, IA

Average temperature in May - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Sheldahl, IA

Average pressure in May - Sheldahl, 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
Sheldahl, IA

Average wind speed in May - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Sheldahl, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Sheldahl, IA

Average rainfall in May - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Sheldahl, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sheldahl, IA

Average snowfall in May - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sheldahl, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sheldahl, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Sheldahl, IA

Average UV index in May - Sheldahl, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Sheldahl, IA

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

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

Average visibility in May
Sheldahl, IA

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

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

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