May weather forecast
Dover Mills, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Dover Mills, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). An average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) is noted during the nights in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Dover Mills is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout May, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dover Mills aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Dover Mills, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.9 days and aggregates up to 24.84" (631mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dover Mills, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dover Mills, Iowa, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Dover Mills. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dover Mills in May?

The high-temperature in Dover Mills during May is 66.6°F (19.2°C) and the low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dover Mills?

In May, the average relative humidity in Dover Mills is 80%.

How much does it rain in Dover Mills in May?

In Dover Mills, Iowa, in May, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 4.37" (111mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Dover Mills?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dover Mills have in May?

The average day length in May in Dover Mills is 14h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dover Mills?

On the first day of May in Dover Mills, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Dover Mills?

The average sunshine duration in May in Dover Mills, Iowa, is 8.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Dover Mills?

The months with the highest UV index in Dover Mills, Iowa, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Dover Mills?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Dover Mills, Iowa, 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
Dover Mills, IA

Average temperature in May - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Dover Mills, IA

Average pressure in May - Dover Mills, 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
Dover Mills, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (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
Dover Mills, IA

Average humidity in May - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Dover Mills, IA

Average rainfall in May - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
Dover Mills, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Dover Mills, IA

Average snowfall in May - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Dover Mills, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 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
Dover Mills, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dover Mills, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Dover Mills, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Dover Mills, IA

Average UV index in May - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Dover Mills, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Dover Mills, IA

Average visibility in May - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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