May weather forecast
Merrimac, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Merrimac, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.9°F (21.6°C) and an average low of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

In Merrimac, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C) to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). Throughout May, Merrimac experiences a low-temperature average of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Merrimac is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of May in Merrimac, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Merrimac, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Merrimac, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Merrimac?

The high-temperature, in May, in Merrimac, records 70.9°F (21.6°C), while the low-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Merrimac?

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

What is the wettest month in Merrimac?

The month with the most rainfall in Merrimac is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Merrimac in May?

In Merrimac, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Merrimac?

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

Does it snow in Merrimac in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Merrimac have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Merrimac?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Merrimac, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Merrimac?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Merrimac?

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

Average temperature in May - Merrimac, 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: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Merrimac, IA

Average pressure in May - Merrimac, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Merrimac, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Merrimac, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Merrimac, IA

Average rainfall in May - Merrimac, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.29"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in May
Merrimac, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Merrimac, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Merrimac, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Merrimac, IA

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

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Merrimac, 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 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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Merrimac, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Merrimac, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Merrimac, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Merrimac, 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 July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Merrimac, IA

Average visibility in May - Merrimac, 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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