May weather forecast
Sioux Center, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sioux Center, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and an average low of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) in April to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). In Sioux Center, the average low-temperature during the month of May is a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Sioux Center is 69%.

Rainfall

In May, in Sioux Center, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.4 rainfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sioux Center. May is the last month it regularly snows in Sioux Center, Iowa. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sioux Center aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sioux Center, there are 47.3 snowfall days, and 18.5" (470mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sioux Center, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sioux Center is 8.7h.

UV index

In Sioux Center, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sioux Center in May?

The high-temperature in Sioux Center during May is 68.5°F (20.3°C) and the low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sioux Center?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sioux Center?

In May, in Sioux Center, Iowa, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sioux Center?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Sioux Center, Iowa. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sioux Center aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sioux Center?

In Sioux Center, Iowa, the average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sioux Center?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sioux Center, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sioux Center have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Sioux Center is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Sioux Center?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sioux Center is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average temperature in May - Sioux Center, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average pressure in May - Sioux Center, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average wind speed in May - Sioux Center, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average humidity in May - Sioux Center, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average rainfall in May - Sioux Center, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Sioux Center, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average snowfall in May - Sioux Center, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Sioux Center, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sioux Center, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Sioux Center, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average UV index in May - Sioux Center, 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
Sioux Center, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Sioux Center, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Sioux Center, IA

Average visibility in May - Sioux Center, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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