May weather forecast
Emerson, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Emerson, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 54°F (12.2°C) and 70.7°F (21.5°C).

Temperature

Emerson's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). The mean low-temperature during May nights in Emerson is a cool 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

In Emerson, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Emerson, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.2 rainfall days, and 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Emerson, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Emerson is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Emerson in May?

Emerson in May has an average high-temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Emerson?

In May, the average relative humidity in Emerson, Iowa, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Emerson in May?

In Emerson, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Emerson?

In Emerson, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Emerson in May?

In May, in Emerson, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Emerson have in May?

In Emerson, the average day length in May is 14h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Emerson?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Emerson have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Emerson is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Emerson?

In Emerson, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Emerson, IA

Average temperature in May - Emerson, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°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 (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Emerson, IA

Average pressure in May - Emerson, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Emerson, IA

Average wind speed in May - Emerson, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Emerson, IA

Average humidity in May - Emerson, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in May
Emerson, IA

Average rainfall in May - Emerson, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in May
Emerson, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Emerson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Emerson, IA

Average snowfall in May - Emerson, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Emerson, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Emerson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Emerson, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Emerson, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Emerson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Emerson, IA

Average UV index in May - Emerson, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Emerson, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Emerson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Emerson, IA

Average visibility in May - Emerson, 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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