May weather forecast
Rowan, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Rowan, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 68°F (20°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

May sees a temperature increase, moving from a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C) in April to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). During May, an average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) is observed in Rowan, Iowa.

Humidity

In Rowan, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Rowan, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rowan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rowan are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Rowan. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Rowan aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Rowan, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.7 days and aggregates up to 20.51" (521mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Rowan, Iowa, is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Rowan is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Rowan is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Rowan?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rowan are 68°F (20°C) and 51.8°F (11°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Rowan?

The average relative humidity in May in Rowan is 73%.

How much does it rain in Rowan in May?

In May, in Rowan, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Rowan?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Rowan. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Rowan aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Rowan is 14h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Rowan?

On the first day of May in Rowan, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Rowan?

The average sunshine duration in May in Rowan is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Rowan?

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

Average temperature in May - Rowan, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Rowan, IA

Average pressure in May - Rowan, 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
Rowan, IA

Average wind speed in May - Rowan, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Rowan, IA

Average humidity in May - Rowan, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Rowan, IA

Average rainfall in May - Rowan, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in May
Rowan, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Rowan, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Rowan, IA

Average snowfall in May - Rowan, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

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
Rowan, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Rowan, 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
Rowan, IA

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Rowan, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Rowan, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in May
Rowan, IA

Average UV index in May - Rowan, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Rowan, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Rowan, IA

Average visibility in May - Rowan, 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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