May weather forecast
La Porte City, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in La Porte City, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and an average low of 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 57°F (13.9°C) in April to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). During the month of May, the temperature falls to an average of 51.8°F (11°C).

Humidity

In La Porte City, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, in La Porte City, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout May, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In La Porte City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in La Porte City, Iowa. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, La Porte City aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In La Porte City, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.8 days and aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

Daylight

In La Porte City, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in La Porte City?

The average high-temperature, in May, in La Porte City, is 68.5°F (20.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C).

What is the average humidity in May in La Porte City?

In May, the average relative humidity in La Porte City, Iowa, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in La Porte City?

In La Porte City, Iowa, in May, during 16 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in La Porte City?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, La Porte City aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does La Porte City have in May?

The average day length in May in La Porte City, Iowa, is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in La Porte City?

On the first day of May in La Porte City, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in La Porte City?

In La Porte City, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in La Porte City?

In La Porte City, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate 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
La Porte City, IA

Average temperature in May - La Porte City, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
La Porte City, IA

Average pressure in May - La Porte City, 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
La Porte City, IA

Average wind speed in May - La Porte City, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
La Porte City, IA

Average humidity in May - La Porte City, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
La Porte City, IA

Average rainfall in May - La Porte City, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in May
La Porte City, IA

Average rainfall days in May - La Porte City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
La Porte City, IA

Average snowfall in May - La Porte City, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
La Porte City, IA

Average snowfall days in May - La Porte City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
La Porte City, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - La Porte City, 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 6min).

  • 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: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
La Porte City, IA

Average sunshine days in May - La Porte City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
La Porte City, IA

Average UV index in May - La Porte City, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
La Porte City, IA

Average cloud cover in May - La Porte City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
La Porte City, IA

Average visibility in May - La Porte City, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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