Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Ames's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). An average nighttime temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) is noted during the month of May.Humidity
In Ames, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) 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, Ames aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 71.4 snowfall days, and 33.58" (853mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Ames, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Average temperature in May
Ames, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 45.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Ames, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Ames, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Ames, NY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Ames, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in May
Ames, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ames, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ames, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ames, NY
- 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ames, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Ames, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Ames, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Ames, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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