May weather forecast
Creston, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Creston, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C) to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C). In May, Creston reports a consistent average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Creston, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout May, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Creston, Iowa, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Creston are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Creston, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Creston aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Creston, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Creston, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Creston, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In Creston, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Creston?

In Creston, 69.3°F (20.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.7°F (11.5°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Creston?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Creston in May?

In May, in Creston, Iowa, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout May, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Creston?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Creston, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Creston aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Creston?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Creston, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Creston?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Creston is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Creston?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Creston, IA

Average temperature in May - Creston, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Creston, IA

Average pressure in May - Creston, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Creston, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Creston, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Creston, IA

Average rainfall in May - Creston, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in May
Creston, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Creston, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Creston, IA

Average snowfall in May - Creston, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Creston, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Creston, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Creston, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Creston, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Creston, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Creston, IA

Average UV index in May - Creston, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Creston, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Creston, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Creston, IA

Average visibility in May - Creston, 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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