May weather forecast
State Center, IA

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) in April to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). May's average low-temperature reading settles at a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in State Center are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, State Center aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.9 snowfall days, and 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May in State Center, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In State Center, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in State Center is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in State Center?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in State Center during May are 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in State Center?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in State Center?

May is the month with the most rainfall in State Center, Iowa. Rain falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in State Center in May?

In May, in State Center, Iowa, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout May, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in State Center?

May is the last month it regularly snows in State Center, Iowa. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, State Center aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does State Center have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in State Center?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in State Center, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in May in State Center is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in State Center?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in State Center is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
State Center, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in May
State Center, IA

Average pressure in May - State Center, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
State Center, IA

Average wind speed in May - State Center, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
State Center, IA

Average humidity in May - State Center, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
State Center, IA

Average rainfall in May - State Center, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
State Center, IA

Average rainfall days in May - State Center, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
State Center, IA

Average snowfall in May - State Center, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
State Center, IA

Average snowfall days in May - State Center, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - State Center, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
State Center, IA

Average sunshine days in May - State Center, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
State Center, IA

Average UV index in May - State 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
State Center, IA

Average cloud cover in May - State Center, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

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

Average visibility in May
State Center, IA

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

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

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