May weather forecast
Polk City, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Polk City, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 69.6°F (20.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C) in April to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 52.9°F (11.6°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In Polk City, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May and June, with an average 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Polk City are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Polk City, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Polk City aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Polk City, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Polk City is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May in Polk City, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Polk City 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 moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Polk City?

The high-temperature in Polk City during May is 69.6°F (20.9°C) and the low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Polk City?

The average relative humidity in May in Polk City is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Polk City?

The months with the most rainfall in Polk City are May and June, with an average 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Polk City?

In May, in Polk City, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Polk City?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Polk City aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Polk City have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Polk City?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Polk City, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Polk City have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Polk City is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Polk City?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Polk City is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Polk City, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°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 (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Polk City, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Polk City, IA

Average wind speed in May - Polk City, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Polk City, IA

Average humidity in May - Polk City, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Polk City, IA

Average rainfall in May - Polk City, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in May
Polk City, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Polk City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Polk City, IA

Average snowfall in May - Polk City, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Polk City, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Polk City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Polk City, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Polk City, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Polk City, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Polk City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Polk City, IA

Average UV index in May - Polk City, 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
Polk City, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Polk City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Polk City, IA

Average visibility in May - Polk City, 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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