May weather forecast
Plato, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Plato, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.6°F (20.9°C) and an average low of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) is experienced.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Plato, Iowa, is May, when the rain falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Plato is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, in Plato, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Plato, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Plato?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Plato, Iowa, are 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Plato?

The average relative humidity in May in Plato, Iowa, is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Plato?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Plato. Rain falls for 18.7 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Plato in May?

In May, in Plato, Iowa, the rain falls for 18.7 days. Throughout May, 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Plato?

In Plato, Iowa, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Plato in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Plato have in May?

In Plato, Iowa, the average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Plato?

On the first day of May in Plato, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plato have in May?

In Plato, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Plato?

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

Average temperature in May - Plato, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Plato, IA

Average pressure in May - Plato, 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
Plato, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Plato, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Plato, IA

Average rainfall in May - Plato, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in May
Plato, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Plato, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Plato, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Plato, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Plato, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Plato, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Plato, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Plato, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Plato, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Plato, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Plato, IA

Average visibility in May - Plato, 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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