May weather forecast
Montpelier, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Montpelier, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.3°F (21.3°C) and min 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Montpelier experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C) in April to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). During May nights, Montpelier records an average temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Montpelier, Iowa, is May, when the rain falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Montpelier, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, in Montpelier, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Montpelier is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Montpelier in May?

May temperatures in Montpelier, Iowa, vary between a high-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and a low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Montpelier?

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

What is the wettest month in Montpelier?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Montpelier, Iowa. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Montpelier in May?

In May, in Montpelier, Iowa, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Montpelier?

May through September are months without snowfall in Montpelier, Iowa.

Does it snow in Montpelier 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 Montpelier?

In May, the average day length in Montpelier is 14h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Montpelier?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Montpelier, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Montpelier?

The average sunshine duration in May in Montpelier is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Montpelier?

In Montpelier, Iowa, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Montpelier, IA

Average temperature in May - Montpelier, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°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 (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Montpelier, IA

Average pressure in May - Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, IA

Average wind speed in May - Montpelier, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Montpelier, IA

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

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

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Average rainfall in May
Montpelier, IA

Average rainfall in May - Montpelier, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in May
Montpelier, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Montpelier, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Montpelier, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Montpelier, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Montpelier, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Montpelier, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Montpelier, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Montpelier, IA

Average UV index in May - Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Montpelier, IA

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

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

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