May weather forecast
Moorhead, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Moorhead, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and an average high of 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C) in April to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). In the month of May, the average low-temperature in Moorhead usually rests at a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Moorhead is 70%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Moorhead. Rain falls for 16.6 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Moorhead, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In Moorhead, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Moorhead in May?

The high-temperature in Moorhead during May is 70.3°F (21.3°C) and the low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Moorhead?

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

What is the rainiest month in Moorhead?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Moorhead. Rain falls for 16.6 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Moorhead?

In May, in Moorhead, Iowa, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Moorhead?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Moorhead in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Moorhead have in May?

In Moorhead, the average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Moorhead?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Moorhead, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Moorhead have in May?

In Moorhead, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Moorhead?

In Moorhead, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Moorhead, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°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 (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Moorhead, IA

Average pressure in May - Moorhead, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Moorhead, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Moorhead, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

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Average rainfall in May
Moorhead, IA

Average rainfall in May - Moorhead, 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 January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in May
Moorhead, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Moorhead, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Moorhead, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (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
Moorhead, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Moorhead, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 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
Moorhead, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Moorhead, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Moorhead, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in May
Moorhead, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Moorhead, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Moorhead, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Moorhead, IA

Average visibility in May - Moorhead, 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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