May weather forecast
Monroe, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Monroe, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.9°F (11.6°C) and max 70°F (21.1°C).

Temperature

Monroe sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of May, moving from April's mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) to an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C). Monroe's nights in May experience an average temperature drop to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Monroe is May, when the rain falls for 18.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Monroe are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Monroe aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Monroe, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 15.12" (384mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Monroe is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Monroe, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Monroe, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Monroe, Iowa, 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 typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Monroe?

In Monroe, in May, the average high-temperature is 70°F (21.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Monroe?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Monroe?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Monroe, Iowa. Rain falls for 18.4 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Monroe?

In Monroe, in May, during 18.4 rainfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Monroe?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Monroe aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Monroe have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Monroe?

On the first day of May in Monroe, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Monroe?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Monroe, Iowa, is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Monroe?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Monroe, IA

Average temperature in May - Monroe, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Monroe, IA

Average pressure in May - Monroe, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Monroe, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Monroe, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Monroe, IA

Average rainfall in May - Monroe, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in May
Monroe, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Monroe, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Monroe, IA

Average snowfall in May - Monroe, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Monroe, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Monroe, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Monroe, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Monroe, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
Monroe, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Monroe, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Monroe, IA

Average UV index in May - Monroe, 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
Monroe, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Monroe, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Monroe, IA

Average visibility in May - Monroe, 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).

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