May weather forecast
Cresco, IA

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Weather in May

In May, Cresco welcomes the full brunt of Spring. The climatic condition leans towards warmer temperatures, with rainfall still playing a significant role. This period exhibits a month with high precipitation, with rainfall amounts of up to 3.94" (100mm). Residents and visitors pay witness to the fresh bloom of nature—lush and vivid, an invitation to enjoy exclusive outdoor activities. This month is marked with the celebration of life and warmer weather to all in Cresco.

Temperature

Cresco's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in April to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). In Cresco, May is marked by an average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Cresco is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Cresco, Iowa, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout May, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cresco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.5 days and collects up to 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Cresco. May is the last month it regularly snows in Cresco. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Cresco aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Cresco, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 25.43" (646mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Cresco, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Cresco is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cresco is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cresco in May?

The high-temperature in Cresco, Iowa, during May is 65.3°F (18.5°C) and the low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cresco?

In May, the average relative humidity in Cresco, Iowa, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cresco?

In May, in Cresco, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout May, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cresco?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Cresco. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Cresco aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Cresco?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cresco?

On the first day of May in Cresco, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cresco have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Cresco is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Cresco?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Cresco, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cresco, IA

Average temperature in May - Cresco, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cresco, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cresco, IA

Average wind speed in May - Cresco, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cresco, IA

Average humidity in May - Cresco, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cresco, IA

Average rainfall in May - Cresco, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cresco, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Cresco, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cresco, IA

Average snowfall in May - Cresco, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cresco, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Cresco, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 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
Cresco, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cresco, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cresco, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Cresco, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cresco, IA

Average UV index in May - Cresco, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cresco, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Cresco, IA

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

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

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