May weather forecast
Wadena, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wadena, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

Wadena's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Wadena's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Wadena, in May, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 3.94" (100mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.2 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Wadena. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Wadena aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wadena, there are 47.1 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Wadena is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, in Wadena, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Wadena?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Wadena, Iowa, are 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Wadena?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Wadena?

In May, in Wadena, Iowa, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout May, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Wadena?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Wadena aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Wadena?

In Wadena, the average day length in May is 14h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Wadena?

On the first day of May in Wadena, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Wadena?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Wadena is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Wadena?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Wadena, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Wadena, IA

Average temperature in May - Wadena, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Wadena, IA

Average pressure in May - Wadena, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Wadena, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Wadena, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Wadena, IA

Average rainfall in May - Wadena, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Wadena, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Wadena, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wadena, IA

Average snowfall in May - Wadena, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wadena, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Wadena, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wadena, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wadena, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Wadena, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Wadena, IA

Average UV index in May - Wadena, 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
Wadena, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Wadena, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Wadena, IA

Average visibility in May - Wadena, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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