May weather forecast
Homestead, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Homestead, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). In May, the average low-temperature records at a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Homestead. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Homestead aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Homestead, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 15.43" (392mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, in Homestead, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:35 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Homestead, Iowa, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Homestead, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Homestead?

In May, in Homestead, the average high-temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Homestead?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Homestead?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Homestead. Rain falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Homestead?

In Homestead, Iowa, during May, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Homestead?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Homestead, Iowa. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Homestead aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Homestead have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Homestead?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:35 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Homestead have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Homestead is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Homestead?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Homestead, IA

Average pressure in May - Homestead, 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
Homestead, IA

Average wind speed in May - Homestead, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Homestead, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Homestead, IA

Average rainfall in May - Homestead, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
Homestead, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Homestead, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Homestead, IA

Average snowfall in May - Homestead, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Homestead, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Homestead, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Homestead, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Homestead, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Homestead, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Homestead, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Homestead, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Homestead, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Homestead, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Homestead, IA

Average visibility in May - Homestead, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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