May weather forecast
Watterson, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Watterson, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). Watterson records a mean low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) in May.

Humidity

In Watterson, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, in Watterson, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Watterson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.9 days and collects up to 22.6" (574mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Watterson are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Watterson aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Watterson, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.7 days and aggregates up to 11.85" (301mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Watterson is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, in Watterson, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Watterson, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Watterson, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Watterson in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Watterson, records 69.6°F (20.9°C), while the low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Watterson?

In Watterson, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in Watterson in May?

In Watterson, Iowa, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Watterson?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Watterson, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Watterson aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Watterson?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Watterson?

The average sunshine duration in May in Watterson, Iowa, is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Watterson?

The average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Watterson, IA

Average temperature in May - Watterson, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Watterson, IA

Average pressure in May - Watterson, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Watterson, IA

Average wind speed in May - Watterson, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Watterson, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Watterson, IA

Average rainfall in May - Watterson, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Watterson, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Watterson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Watterson, IA

Average snowfall in May - Watterson, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Watterson, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Watterson, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Watterson, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Watterson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Watterson, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Watterson, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Watterson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Watterson, IA

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

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

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