May weather forecast
Curlew, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Curlew, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.2°F (11.2°C) and max 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). May nights in Curlew experience a consistent temperature drop to a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Curlew, Iowa, is 69%.

Rainfall

In Curlew, in May, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Curlew, there are 138 rainfall days, and 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Curlew. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Curlew aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Curlew, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.6 days and aggregates up to 23.03" (585mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of May, in Curlew, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Curlew, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Curlew?

In May, in Curlew, the average high-temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Curlew?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in Curlew in May?

In Curlew, in May, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Curlew?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Curlew, Iowa. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Curlew aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Curlew, Iowa, is 14h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Curlew?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Curlew, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Curlew have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Curlew?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Curlew, IA

Average temperature in May - Curlew, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Curlew, IA

Average pressure in May - Curlew, 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
Curlew, IA

Average wind speed in May - Curlew, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Curlew, IA

Average humidity in May - Curlew, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in May
Curlew, IA

Average rainfall in May - Curlew, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in May
Curlew, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Curlew, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Curlew, IA

Average snowfall in May - Curlew, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Curlew, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Curlew, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Curlew, 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 4min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Curlew, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Curlew, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Curlew, IA

Average UV index in May - Curlew, 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 and February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Curlew, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Curlew, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Curlew, IA

Average visibility in May - Curlew, 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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