May weather forecast
Thorpe, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Thorpe, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.5°F (10.3°C) and max 66.9°F (19.4°C).

Temperature

Thorpe's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in April to a still refreshing 66.9°F (19.4°C). An average low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, in Thorpe, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Thorpe, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

During May, Thorpe experiences an average high-temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.9 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout May, 2.13" (54mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Thorpe have in May?

In Thorpe, 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 5:59 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thorpe have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Thorpe is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Thorpe, IA

Average temperature in May - Thorpe, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Thorpe, IA

Average pressure in May - Thorpe, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"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
Thorpe, IA

Average wind speed in May - Thorpe, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Thorpe, IA

Average humidity in May - Thorpe, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Thorpe, IA

Average rainfall in May - Thorpe, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Thorpe, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Thorpe, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Thorpe, IA

Average snowfall in May - Thorpe, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Thorpe, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Thorpe, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Thorpe, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Thorpe, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Thorpe, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Thorpe, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Thorpe, IA

Average UV index in May - Thorpe, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Thorpe, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Thorpe, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Thorpe, IA

Average visibility in May - Thorpe, 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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