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
The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's mild 60.4°F (15.8°C) to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). During the May nights, an average temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) is observed in Benton.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Benton, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.9 days and collects up to 22.6" (574mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Benton. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Benton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.7 snowfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Benton, Iowa, is 8.5h.UV index
In Benton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Benton?
What is the average humidity in May in Benton?
How much does it rain in Benton in May?
What is the last month it snows in Benton?
What is the average length of the day in May in Benton?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Benton?
How many hours of sunshine does Benton have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Benton?
Average temperature in May
Benton, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Benton, IA
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Benton, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Benton, IA
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Benton, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.71").
Average rainfall days in May
Benton, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Benton, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Benton, 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Benton, IA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Benton, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Benton, IA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Benton, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Benton, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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