May weather forecast
Plymouth, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Plymouth, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

As Plymouth enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) of April to an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C). In Plymouth, an average temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) is noted during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Plymouth is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, in Plymouth, Iowa, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Plymouth, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 25.98" (660mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plymouth are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Plymouth aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Plymouth, there are 50.1 snowfall days, and 21.69" (551mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 42min.
On the first day of May in Plymouth, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In Plymouth, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Plymouth?

In May, in Plymouth, the average high-temperature is 66.9°F (19.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Plymouth?

In May, the average relative humidity in Plymouth, Iowa, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Plymouth in May?

In Plymouth, Iowa, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Plymouth?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Plymouth. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Plymouth aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Plymouth is 14h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Plymouth?

On the first day of May in Plymouth, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plymouth have in May?

In Plymouth, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May in Plymouth?

In Plymouth, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Plymouth, IA

Average temperature in May - Plymouth, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

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Average pressure in May
Plymouth, IA

Average pressure in May - Plymouth, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Plymouth, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Plymouth, IA

Average humidity in May - Plymouth, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Plymouth, IA

Average rainfall in May - Plymouth, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in May
Plymouth, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Plymouth, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Plymouth, IA

Average snowfall in May - Plymouth, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Plymouth, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Plymouth, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 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
Plymouth, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Plymouth, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Plymouth, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Plymouth, IA

Average UV index in May - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Plymouth, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Plymouth, IA

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).

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