May weather forecast
Thornburg, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Thornburg, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 70°F (21.1°C) and min 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a change in Thornburg's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from April's refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C). Throughout the May nights, Thornburg encounters a low-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

In Thornburg, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.7 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Thornburg aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Thornburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 12.56" (319mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Thornburg, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Thornburg, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May 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 ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Thornburg in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Thornburg during May are 70°F (21.1°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.7 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout May, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Thornburg have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thornburg have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Thornburg, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Thornburg, IA

Average temperature in May - Thornburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Thornburg, IA

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

Average wind speed in May
Thornburg, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Thornburg, IA

Average humidity in May - Thornburg, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Thornburg, IA

Average rainfall in May - Thornburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Thornburg, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Thornburg, 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 (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Thornburg, IA

Average snowfall in May - Thornburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Thornburg, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Thornburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Thornburg, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Thornburg, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Thornburg, IA

Average UV index in May - Thornburg, 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
Thornburg, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Thornburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

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 29).

Average visibility in May
Thornburg, IA

Average visibility in May - Thornburg, 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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