May weather forecast
Grand River, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Grand River, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.4°F (20.8°C) and an average low of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Grand River sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). In the month of May, the average temperature in Grand River dips to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Grand River, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Grand River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.4 days and collects up to 20.24" (514mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grand River are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Grand River. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Grand River aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Grand River, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.2 days and aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Grand River is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Grand River, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

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 average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Grand River in May?

In Grand River, in May, the average high-temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Grand River?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Grand River in May?

In Grand River, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Grand River?

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

How many hours of daylight does Grand River have in May?

In May, the average day length in Grand River is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Grand River?

On the first day of May in Grand River, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Grand River?

The average sunshine duration in May in Grand River, Iowa, is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Grand River?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Grand River, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Grand River, IA

Average temperature in May - Grand River, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Grand River, IA

Average pressure in May - Grand River, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Grand River, IA

Average wind speed in May - Grand River, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Grand River, IA

Average humidity in May - Grand River, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Grand River, IA

Average rainfall in May - Grand River, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in May
Grand River, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Grand River, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Grand River, IA

Average snowfall in May - Grand River, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Grand River, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Grand River, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Grand River, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Grand River, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Grand River, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Grand River, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Grand River, IA

Average UV index in May - Grand River, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Grand River, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Grand River, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Grand River, IA

Average visibility in May - Grand River, 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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