May weather forecast
Western, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Western, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.3°F (11.3°C) and max 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

Western's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). Western experiences a mean temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) during May nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Western, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Western, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Western, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Western?

Western in May has an average high-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Western. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Western, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Western, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Western have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Western?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Western, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Western, IA

Average temperature in May - Western, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Western, IA

Average pressure in May - Western, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Western, IA

Average wind speed in May - Western, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Western, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Western, IA

Average rainfall in May - Western, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Western, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Western, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Western, IA

Average snowfall in May - Western, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Western, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Western, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Western, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Western, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Western, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Western, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Western, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Western, IA

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

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

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