May weather forecast
West Point, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Point, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average high of 71.1°F (21.7°C).

Temperature

West Point's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C) to a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C). West Point, during May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.2 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in West Point is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in West Point is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in West Point?

The high-temperature in West Point, Iowa, during May is 71.1°F (21.7°C) and the low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Point?

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

What is the wettest month in West Point?

The month with the most rainfall in West Point, Iowa, is May, when the rain falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in West Point in May?

In West Point, Iowa, in May, it is raining for 19.2 days, with typically 4.25" (108mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in West Point?

In West Point, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in West Point in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does West Point have in May?

The average day length in May in West Point is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in West Point?

On the first day of May in West Point, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Point have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in West Point?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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
West Point, IA

Average temperature in May - West Point, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
West Point, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
West Point, IA

Average wind speed in May - West Point, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
West Point, IA

Average humidity in May - West Point, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
West Point, IA

Average rainfall in May - West Point, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in May
West Point, IA

Average rainfall days in May - West Point, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
West Point, IA

Average snowfall in May - West Point, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
West Point, IA

Average snowfall days in May - West Point, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Point, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Point, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
West Point, IA

Average sunshine days in May - West Point, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
West Point, IA

Average UV index in May - West Point, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
West Point, IA

Average cloud cover in May - West Point, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
West Point, IA

Average visibility in May - West Point, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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