May weather forecast
Aurora, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Aurora, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.4°F (10.2°C) and an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). May is noted for a mean low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Aurora is 80%.

Rainfall

In Aurora, in May, during 19.2 rainfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.8 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Aurora are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Aurora, Iowa. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Aurora aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Aurora, during the entire year, snow falls for 51 days and aggregates up to 22.05" (560mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Aurora, Iowa, is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Aurora, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Aurora in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Aurora, is 66.7°F (19.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Aurora?

In Aurora, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in Aurora in May?

In May, in Aurora, the rain falls for 19.2 days. Throughout May, 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Aurora?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Aurora, Iowa. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Aurora aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Aurora have in May?

In Aurora, Iowa, the average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Aurora?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Aurora, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Aurora?

In Aurora, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Aurora?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Aurora 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
Aurora, IA

Average temperature in May - Aurora, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Aurora, IA

Average pressure in May - Aurora, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Aurora, IA

Average wind speed in May - Aurora, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Aurora, IA

Average humidity in May - Aurora, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Aurora, IA

Average rainfall in May - Aurora, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.41"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
Aurora, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Aurora, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Aurora, IA

Average snowfall in May - Aurora, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Aurora, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Aurora, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Aurora, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Aurora, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Aurora, IA

Average UV index in May - Aurora, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Aurora, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Aurora, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Aurora, IA

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

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

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