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 transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C) in April to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). An average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) marks the month of May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Elk Run Heights, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 4.21" (107mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elk Run Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.6 days and collects up to 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elk Run Heights, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Elk Run Heights aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Elk Run Heights, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.6 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.On the first day of May in Elk Run Heights, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Elk Run Heights is 8.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate 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:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Elk Run Heights?
What is the average humidity in May in Elk Run Heights?
How many days does it rain in May in Elk Run Heights?
What is the last month it snows in Elk Run Heights?
What is the average length of the day in May in Elk Run Heights?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Elk Run Heights?
How long on average sun shines in May in Elk Run Heights?
What is the UV index reading in May in Elk Run Heights?
Average temperature in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.6°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 (12°F).
Average pressure in May
Elk Run Heights, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 4.21"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").
Average rainfall days in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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