May weather forecast
Alvord, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Alvord, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average high of 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a moderate 55.4°F (13°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Alvord experiences a mean low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) during May.

Humidity

In Alvord, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Alvord, in May, during 16 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alvord, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.2 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Alvord aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Alvord, Iowa, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Alvord, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Alvord, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Alvord aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Alvord?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Alvord, IA

Average temperature in May - Alvord, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Alvord, IA

Average pressure in May - Alvord, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Alvord, IA

Average wind speed in May - Alvord, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Alvord, IA

Average humidity in May - Alvord, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in May
Alvord, IA

Average rainfall in May - Alvord, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Alvord, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Alvord, IA

Average snowfall in May - Alvord, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Alvord, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alvord, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alvord, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Alvord, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Alvord, IA

Average UV index in May - Alvord, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Alvord, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Alvord, IA

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

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

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