May weather forecast
Radcliffe, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Radcliffe, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C) to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C). Radcliffe's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 52.5°F (11.4°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Radcliffe is May, when the rain falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Radcliffe are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Radcliffe. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Radcliffe aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.8 snowfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Radcliffe, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Radcliffe in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Radcliffe during May are 69.3°F (20.7°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Radcliffe?

The average relative humidity in May in Radcliffe, Iowa, is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Radcliffe?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Radcliffe. Rain falls for 19.2 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Radcliffe?

In Radcliffe, in May, it is raining for 19.2 days, with typically 4.49" (114mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Radcliffe?

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

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

In Radcliffe, Iowa, the average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Radcliffe?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Radcliffe?

The average sunshine duration in May in Radcliffe, Iowa, is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Radcliffe?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Radcliffe, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Radcliffe, IA

Average temperature in May - Radcliffe, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Radcliffe, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Radcliffe, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Radcliffe, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Radcliffe, IA

Average rainfall in May - Radcliffe, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.49"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in May
Radcliffe, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Radcliffe, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Radcliffe, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Radcliffe, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Radcliffe, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Radcliffe, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Radcliffe, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Radcliffe, IA

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Radcliffe, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Radcliffe, IA

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

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

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