May weather forecast
Sidney, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Sidney, 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

With the onset of May, Sidney experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C). An average minimum temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) is recorded in Sidney during the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Sidney, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 4.13" (105mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sidney, Iowa, there are 125.6 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Sidney, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, in Sidney, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Sidney, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Sidney?

In Sidney, in May, the average high-temperature is 71.8°F (22.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sidney?

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

How much does it rain in Sidney in May?

In May, in Sidney, Iowa, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sidney?

May through September are months without snowfall in Sidney, Iowa.

Does it snow in Sidney in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sidney have in May?

In Sidney, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sidney?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sidney, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sidney have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Sidney?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sidney, IA

Average temperature in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average pressure in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average wind speed in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average humidity in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average rainfall in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average snowfall in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sidney, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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
Sidney, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average UV index in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average visibility in May - Sidney, 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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