May weather forecast
Orson, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Orson, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and an average low of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

Orson experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in April to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). During May, the nighttime temperature in Orson averages of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Orson. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Orson aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Orson, Iowa, there are 32.8 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Orson is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Orson, Iowa, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Orson, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Orson?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Orson?

The average relative humidity in May in Orson, Iowa, is 71%.

What is the wettest month in Orson?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Orson, Iowa. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Orson?

In May, in Orson, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Orson?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Orson aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Orson is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Orson?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Orson, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orson have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Orson?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Orson, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Orson, IA

Average temperature in May - Orson, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°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 (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.4°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 (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Orson, IA

Average pressure in May - Orson, 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
Orson, IA

Average wind speed in May - Orson, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Orson, IA

Average humidity in May - Orson, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in May
Orson, IA

Average rainfall in May - Orson, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in May
Orson, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Orson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Orson, IA

Average snowfall in May - Orson, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Orson, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Orson, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Orson, 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: 9h and 0min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Orson, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Orson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Orson, IA

Average UV index in May - Orson, 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 January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Orson, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Orson, IA

Average visibility in May - Orson, 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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