May weather forecast
Wellsburg, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wellsburg, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Wellsburg's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). Wellsburg, in May, experiences an average temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Wellsburg, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation. In Wellsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.1 days and collects up to 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Wellsburg aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.1 snowfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Wellsburg, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, in Wellsburg, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Wellsburg?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Wellsburg, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Wellsburg aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wellsburg have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Wellsburg, IA

Average temperature in May - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Wellsburg, IA

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

Average wind speed in May
Wellsburg, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Wellsburg, IA

Average humidity in May - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Wellsburg, IA

Average rainfall in May - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Wellsburg, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wellsburg, IA

Average snowfall in May - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wellsburg, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wellsburg, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Wellsburg, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Wellsburg, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Wellsburg, IA

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

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

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