May weather forecast
Lakota, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lakota, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 51.4°F (10.8°C) and max 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

Lakota's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in April to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). Lakota's temperature drops to an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Lakota, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In Lakota, Iowa, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lakota are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Lakota aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lakota, Iowa, there are 57.1 snowfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Lakota is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lakota in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Lakota, is 68.2°F (20.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lakota?

In May, the average relative humidity in Lakota is 70%.

How many days does it rain in May in Lakota?

In May, in Lakota, Iowa, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Lakota?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Lakota, Iowa. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Lakota aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lakota have in May?

The average day length in May in Lakota is 14h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Lakota?

On the first day of May in Lakota, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lakota?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Lakota, Iowa, is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Lakota?

In Lakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lakota, IA

Average temperature in May - Lakota, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°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 (9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Lakota, IA

Average pressure in May - Lakota, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Lakota, IA

Average wind speed in May - Lakota, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Lakota, IA

Average humidity in May - Lakota, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Lakota, IA

Average rainfall in May - Lakota, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in May
Lakota, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Lakota, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Lakota, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Lakota, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Lakota, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 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
Lakota, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lakota, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Lakota, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Lakota, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Lakota, IA

Average UV index in May - Lakota, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Lakota, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Lakota, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

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

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Average visibility in May
Lakota, IA

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

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

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