May weather forecast
South Switch Junction, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in South Switch Junction, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) to an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C). The average temperature during May nights is registered at a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May and June, with an average 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In South Switch Junction, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In South Switch Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in South Switch Junction, is 66.9°F (19.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In South Switch Junction, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall in South Switch Junction are May and June, with an average 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in South Switch Junction in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout May, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow 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 is 14h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in South Switch Junction?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average temperature in May - South Switch Junction, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average pressure in May - South Switch Junction, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average wind speed in May - South Switch Junction, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average humidity in May - South Switch Junction, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average rainfall in May - South Switch Junction, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average rainfall days in May - South Switch Junction, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average snowfall in May - South Switch Junction, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average snowfall days in May - South Switch Junction, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
South Switch Junction, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Switch Junction, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average sunshine days in May - South Switch Junction, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average UV index in May - South Switch Junction, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average cloud cover in May - South Switch Junction, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
South Switch Junction, IA

Average visibility in May - South Switch Junction, 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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