May weather forecast
Shenandoah, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Shenandoah, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average high of 71.8°F (22.1°C).

Temperature

Shenandoah sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C). Throughout May, the nighttime temperature averages to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

In Shenandoah, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Shenandoah, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 4.13" (105mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shenandoah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.6 days and collects up to 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Shenandoah, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In Shenandoah, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shenandoah in May?

The high-temperature in Shenandoah, Iowa, during May is 71.8°F (22.1°C) and the low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Shenandoah?

In May, the average relative humidity in Shenandoah, Iowa, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in Shenandoah?

In Shenandoah, Iowa, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 4.13" (105mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shenandoah?

In Shenandoah, Iowa, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Shenandoah in May?

In May, in Shenandoah, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Shenandoah?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Shenandoah?

The average sunshine duration in May in Shenandoah is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Shenandoah?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Shenandoah is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shenandoah, IA

Average temperature in May - Shenandoah, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in May
Shenandoah, IA

Average pressure in May - Shenandoah, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Shenandoah, IA

Average wind speed in May - Shenandoah, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Shenandoah, IA

Average humidity in May - Shenandoah, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in May
Shenandoah, IA

Average rainfall in May - Shenandoah, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in May
Shenandoah, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Shenandoah, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Shenandoah, IA

Average snowfall in May - Shenandoah, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Shenandoah, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Shenandoah, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Shenandoah, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shenandoah, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Shenandoah, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Shenandoah, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Shenandoah, IA

Average UV index in May - Shenandoah, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Shenandoah, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Shenandoah, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Shenandoah, IA

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

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

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