May weather forecast
Fayette, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fayette, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). An average low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Fayette during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Fayette is 79%.

Rainfall

In Fayette, during May, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation. In Fayette, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.2 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Fayette, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fayette aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Fayette, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.1 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May in Fayette, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Fayette, the average sunshine in May 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 moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fayette in May?

During May, Fayette experiences an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and a low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Fayette?

In Fayette, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in Fayette in May?

In Fayette, Iowa, in May, during 18.9 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Fayette?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Fayette. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fayette aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fayette have in May?

The average day length in May in Fayette, Iowa, is 14h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Fayette?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fayette, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fayette have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Fayette, Iowa, is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Fayette?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Fayette is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fayette, IA

Average temperature in May - Fayette, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Fayette, IA

Average pressure in May - Fayette, 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
Fayette, IA

Average wind speed in May - Fayette, 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
Fayette, IA

Average humidity in May - Fayette, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fayette, IA

Average rainfall in May - Fayette, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in May
Fayette, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Fayette, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Fayette, IA

Average snowfall in May - Fayette, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Fayette, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Fayette, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 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).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fayette, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fayette, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Fayette, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fayette, IA

Average UV index in May - Fayette, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Fayette, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Fayette, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Fayette, IA

Average visibility in May - Fayette, 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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