May weather forecast
Mediapolis, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Mediapolis, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.9°F (21.6°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 54°F (12.2°C) is observed during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Mediapolis is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mediapolis, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Mediapolis is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Mediapolis is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Mediapolis?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Mediapolis, is 70.9°F (21.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Mediapolis?

The average relative humidity in May in Mediapolis is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Mediapolis?

The month with the most rainfall in Mediapolis, Iowa, is May, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Mediapolis in May?

In Mediapolis, in May, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mediapolis?

May through September are months without snowfall in Mediapolis.

Does it snow in Mediapolis in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Mediapolis?

The average day length in May is 14h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Mediapolis?

On the first day of May in Mediapolis, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mediapolis have in May?

In Mediapolis, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Mediapolis?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Mediapolis, IA

Average temperature in May - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Mediapolis, IA

Average pressure in May - Mediapolis, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Mediapolis, IA

Average wind speed in May - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Mediapolis, IA

Average humidity in May - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Mediapolis, IA

Average rainfall in May - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in May
Mediapolis, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Mediapolis, IA

Average snowfall in May - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Mediapolis, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mediapolis, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mediapolis, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Mediapolis, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Mediapolis, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Mediapolis, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Mediapolis, IA

Average visibility in May - Mediapolis, 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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