May weather forecastThompson, IA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Thompson, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average high of 67.5°F (19.7°C).Temperature
Thompson sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C). During May, Thompson experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 51.4°F (10.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Thompson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.2 days and collects up to 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Thompson. May is the last month it regularly snows in Thompson. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Thompson aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Thompson, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.1 days and aggregates up to 22.05" (560mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Thompson, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Average temperature in May
Thompson, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 67.5°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 (22.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.4°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
Thompson, 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
Thompson, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Thompson, IA
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Thompson, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Thompson, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Thompson, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Thompson, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Thompson, IA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 30min
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
Thompson, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Thompson, IA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Thompson, 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
Thompson, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and December (5mi).
