May weather forecastSwaledale, IA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Swaledale, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 67.3°F (19.6°C).Temperature
Swaledale's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in April to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Throughout the month of May, the average temperature in Swaledale dips to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In May, in Swaledale, the rain falls for 19.1 days. Throughout May, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Swaledale. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Swaledale aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Swaledale, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.2 days and aggregates up to 26.26" (667mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 40min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Swaledale, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Swaledale, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Swaledale, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Swaledale, IA
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Swaledale, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in May
Swaledale, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Swaledale, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Swaledale, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Swaledale, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Swaledale, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).
Average UV index in May
Swaledale, 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 December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Swaledale, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Swaledale, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).
