May weather forecast
Balfour, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Balfour, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.1°F (21.7°C) and min 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). Balfour's May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Balfour is 73%.

Rainfall

In Balfour, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Balfour are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Balfour aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Balfour, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.3 days and aggregates up to 12.56" (319mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Balfour, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, in Balfour, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Balfour is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Balfour in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Balfour, Iowa, are 71.1°F (21.7°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Balfour?

In Balfour, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How much does it rain in Balfour in May?

In May, in Balfour, Iowa, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout May, 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Balfour?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Balfour aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Balfour have in May?

In Balfour, Iowa, the average day length in May is 14h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Balfour?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Balfour have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Balfour, Iowa, is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Balfour?

In Balfour, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Balfour, IA

Average temperature in May - Balfour, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Balfour, IA

Average pressure in May - Balfour, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Balfour, IA

Average wind speed in May - Balfour, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Balfour, IA

Average humidity in May - Balfour, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in May
Balfour, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in May
Balfour, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Balfour, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Balfour, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Balfour, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Balfour, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Balfour, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Balfour, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Balfour, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Balfour, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Balfour, IA

Average UV index in May - Balfour, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Balfour, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Balfour, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Balfour, IA

Average visibility in May - Balfour, 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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