May weather forecastElk Run Heights, IA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Elk Run Heights, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 68.2°F (20.1°C) and min 51.6°F (10.9°C).Temperature
May marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).Humidity
In Elk Run Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Elk Run Heights, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.6 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) 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, Elk Run Heights aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.6 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.On the first day of May, 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
In Elk Run Heights, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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 36min
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 24min
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).
