May weather forecast
Rippey, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Rippey, 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 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of May, the average high-temperature transitions from a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C) in April to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature in Rippey records at a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Rippey aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rippey, there are 37.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Rippey, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Rippey, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rippey in May?

Rippey in May has an average high-temperature of 69.6°F (20.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Rippey?

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

What is the wettest month in Rippey?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Rippey, Iowa. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rippey in May?

In Rippey, Iowa, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Rippey?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Rippey, Iowa. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Rippey aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Rippey is 14h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Rippey?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rippey, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Rippey?

The average sunshine duration in May in Rippey is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Rippey?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Rippey 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
Rippey, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

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

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Average pressure in May
Rippey, IA

Average pressure in May - Rippey, 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
Rippey, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Rippey, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Rippey, IA

Average rainfall in May - Rippey, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in May
Rippey, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Rippey, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Rippey, IA

Average snowfall in May - Rippey, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Rippey, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Rippey, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rippey, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Rippey, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Rippey, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Rippey, IA

Average UV index in May - Rippey, 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
Rippey, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Rippey, 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
Rippey, IA

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

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

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