May weather forecast
Urbana, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Urbana, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

In Urbana, the average high-temperature in May rises, from a refreshing 57°F (13.9°C) in April, to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). During May, Urbana experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Urbana. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Urbana aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Urbana, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 16.73" (425mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Urbana, Iowa, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Urbana, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Urbana?

In Urbana, 68.5°F (20.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 52°F (11.1°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Urbana?

In May, the average relative humidity in Urbana is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Urbana?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Urbana. Rain falls for 17.7 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Urbana in May?

In May, in Urbana, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout May, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Urbana?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Urbana aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Urbana is 14h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Urbana?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Urbana?

In Urbana, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Urbana?

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

Average temperature in May - Urbana, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Urbana, IA

Average pressure in May - Urbana, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Urbana, IA

Average wind speed in May - Urbana, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Urbana, IA

Average humidity in May - Urbana, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Urbana, IA

Average rainfall in May - Urbana, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
Urbana, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Urbana, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Urbana, IA

Average snowfall in May - Urbana, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Urbana, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Urbana, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Urbana, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Urbana, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Urbana, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Urbana, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Urbana, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Urbana, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Urbana, IA

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).

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