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
Alexander in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). During May, Alexander witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 73%.Rainfall
In Alexander, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Alexander. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Alexander aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Alexander, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.7 days and aggregates up to 20.51" (521mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Alexander is 14h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Alexander, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In Alexander, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May in Alexander?
How many days does it rain in May in Alexander?
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How many hours of sunshine does Alexander have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Alexander?
Average temperature in May
Alexander, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 68°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.8°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
Alexander, 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
Alexander, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Alexander, IA
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Alexander, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Alexander, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Alexander, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Alexander, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alexander, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Alexander, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Alexander, IA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Alexander, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Alexander, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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