May weather forecast
Waverly, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Waverly, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.8°F (19.9°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

May signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C). During the nights in May, Waverly observes an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Waverly, in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 4.17" (106mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.7 rainfall days, and 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Waverly aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Waverly, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.6 days and aggregates up to 19.25" (489mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May in Waverly, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Waverly in May?

Waverly in May has an average high-temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Waverly, in May, during 18.7 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Waverly aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Waverly have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Waverly, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Waverly, IA

Average temperature in May - Waverly, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Waverly, IA

Average pressure in May - Waverly, 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
Waverly, IA

Average wind speed in May - Waverly, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Waverly, IA

Average humidity in May - Waverly, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Waverly, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Waverly, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Waverly, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Waverly, IA

Average snowfall in May - Waverly, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Waverly, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Waverly, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Waverly, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Waverly, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Waverly, IA

Average UV index in May - Waverly, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Waverly, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Waverly, IA

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

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

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