May weather forecast
Unique, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Unique, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

May witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) in April to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). Unique experiences a steady low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In Unique, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 25" (635mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Unique aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Unique, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Unique, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature 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 Unique, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Unique, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Unique?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Unique aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Unique have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Unique, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Unique, IA

Average pressure in May - Unique, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Unique, IA

Average wind speed in May - Unique, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

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 (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Unique, IA

Average humidity in May - Unique, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Unique, IA

Average rainfall in May - Unique, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Unique, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Unique, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Unique, IA

Average snowfall in May - Unique, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Unique, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Unique, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Unique, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Unique, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Unique, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Unique, IA

Average UV index in May - Unique, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Unique, IA

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

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

Average visibility in May
Unique, IA

Average visibility in May - Unique, 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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