May weather forecast
Prairie City, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Prairie City, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 59°F (15°C) in April to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). Prairie City experiences an average low-temperature reading of 52.7°F (11.5°C) throughout May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Prairie City are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Prairie City aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Prairie City, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.7 days and aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Prairie City, Iowa, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In Prairie City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Prairie City in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Prairie City, is 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Prairie City?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Prairie City?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

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

In Prairie City, Iowa, in May, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Prairie City?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Prairie City aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Prairie City?

In Prairie City, the average day length in May is 14h and 33min.

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

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prairie City, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in May in Prairie City is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Prairie City?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Prairie City, IA

Average temperature in May - Prairie City, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°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 (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Prairie City, IA

Average pressure in May - Prairie 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Prairie City, IA

Average wind speed in May - Prairie City, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Prairie City, IA

Average humidity in May - Prairie City, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Prairie City, IA

Average rainfall in May - Prairie City, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in May
Prairie City, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Prairie City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Prairie City, IA

Average snowfall in May - Prairie City, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Prairie City, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.6 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
Prairie City, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Prairie City, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Prairie City, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Prairie City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Prairie City, IA

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

Average cloud cover in May - Prairie City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Prairie City, IA

Average visibility in May - Prairie City, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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