May weather forecastRuthven, IA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Ruthven, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.2°F (11.2°C) and max 68.2°F (20.1°C).Temperature
With the onset of May, Ruthven's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). Ruthven records an average nighttime low of 52.2°F (11.2°C) in May.Humidity
In Ruthven, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ruthven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Ruthven, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Ruthven. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Ruthven aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ruthven, there are 51.6 snowfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Ruthven, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.2°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 (10.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Ruthven, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Ruthven, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Ruthven, IA
- Average humidity in May: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in May
Ruthven, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Ruthven, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ruthven, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ruthven, 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ruthven, IA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ruthven, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Ruthven, 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 and February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Ruthven, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Ruthven, 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).
