May weather forecast
Stratford, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Stratford, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.1°F (20.6°C) and an average low of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). Stratford records an average low of 52.5°F (11.4°C) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In May, in Stratford, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout May, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stratford, Iowa, there are 135.2 rainfall days, and 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Stratford. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Stratford aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Stratford, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.8 days and aggregates up to 16.61" (422mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, in Stratford, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Stratford?

May temperatures in Stratford vary between a high-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) and a low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Stratford?

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

How much does it rain in Stratford in May?

In Stratford, Iowa, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Stratford?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Stratford. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Stratford aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Stratford have in May?

In Stratford, the average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Stratford?

On the first day of May in Stratford, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Stratford have in May?

In Stratford, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Stratford?

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

Average temperature in May - Stratford, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Stratford, IA

Average pressure in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, IA

Average wind speed in May - Stratford, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Stratford, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Stratford, IA

Average rainfall in May - Stratford, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in May
Stratford, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Stratford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Stratford, IA

Average snowfall in May - Stratford, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Stratford, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Stratford, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Stratford, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Stratford, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Stratford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Stratford, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Stratford, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Stratford, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Stratford, IA

Average visibility in May - Stratford, 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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