May weather forecast
Whittemore, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Whittemore, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.2°F (11.2°C) and max 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from April's refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). An average temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout May, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Whittemore, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Whittemore, Iowa, is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Whittemore, records 68.5°F (20.3°C), while the low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Whittemore, during May, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Whittemore, Iowa, 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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Whittemore?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Whittemore, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Whittemore, IA

Average pressure in May - Whittemore, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Whittemore, IA

Average wind speed in May - Whittemore, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

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 (7.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Whittemore, IA

Average humidity in May - Whittemore, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Whittemore, IA

Average rainfall in May - Whittemore, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Whittemore, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Whittemore, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Whittemore, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Whittemore, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Whittemore, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Whittemore, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Whittemore, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Whittemore, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Whittemore, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Whittemore, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Whittemore, IA

Average visibility in May - Whittemore, 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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