May weather forecast
Waukon, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Waukon, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). In May, Waukon experiences an average nighttime temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Waukon, in May, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 4.17" (106mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Waukon, Iowa, there are 144.7 rainfall days, and 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Waukon. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Waukon aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Waukon, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.7 days and aggregates up to 24.88" (632mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Waukon is 14h and 42min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Waukon is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. 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 are the temperatures in Waukon in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Waukon?

In Waukon, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in Waukon in May?

In Waukon, in May, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 4.17" (106mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Waukon?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Waukon aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Waukon have in May?

The average day length in May in Waukon is 14h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Waukon?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waukon, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Waukon have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Waukon, Iowa, is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Waukon?

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

Average temperature in May - Waukon, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Waukon, IA

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

Average wind speed in May
Waukon, IA

Average wind speed in May - Waukon, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Waukon, IA

Average humidity in May - Waukon, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Waukon, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Waukon, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Waukon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Waukon, IA

Average snowfall in May - Waukon, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Waukon, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Waukon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Waukon, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Waukon, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Waukon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Waukon, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Waukon, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Waukon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Waukon, IA

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

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

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