May weather forecastKanawha, IA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Kanawha, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 68°F (20°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).Temperature
The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a pleasant 68°F (20°C). Kanawha throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 51.8°F (11°C).Humidity
In Kanawha, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) 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, Kanawha aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.7 snowfall days, and 20.51" (521mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 40min.On the first day of May in Kanawha, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:47 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kanawha, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 68°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.8°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 (10.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Kanawha, IA
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Kanawha, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Kanawha, IA
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Kanawha, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Kanawha, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kanawha, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Kanawha, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kanawha, IA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kanawha, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Kanawha, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Kanawha, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Kanawha, 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).
