May weather forecast
Yale, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Yale, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.5°F (11.4°C) and max 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C). Yale experiences an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Yale, Iowa, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation. In Yale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.1 days and collects up to 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Yale aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Yale, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.4 days and aggregates up to 16.38" (416mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Yale, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Yale, is 69.3°F (20.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Yale aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Yale have in May?

In Yale, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Yale, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Yale, IA

Average temperature in May - Yale, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Yale, IA

Average pressure in May - Yale, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Yale, IA

Average wind speed in May - Yale, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Yale, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Yale, IA

Average rainfall in May - Yale, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Yale, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Yale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Yale, IA

Average snowfall in May - Yale, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Yale, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Yale, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Yale, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Yale, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Yale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Yale, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Yale, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Yale, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Yale, IA

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

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

Yale, Iowa, USA

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