May weather forecastWayland, IA

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Wayland, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 53.8°F (12.1°C) and max 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). Throughout the month of May, Wayland sees a steady low-temperature average of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Wayland, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, in Wayland, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Wayland is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In May, in Wayland, the average high-temperature is 70.2°F (21.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C).

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

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Wayland, Iowa, snow does not fall in May through September.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

On the first day of May in Wayland, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

The average sunshine duration in May in Wayland is 8.9h.

In Wayland, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Wayland, IA

  • Average high temperature in May: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Wayland, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Wayland, IA

  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Wayland, IA

  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Wayland, IA

  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Wayland, IA

  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wayland, IA

  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wayland, IA

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wayland, IA

  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wayland, IA

  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Wayland, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Wayland, IA

  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Wayland, IA

  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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