May weather forecast
Western, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Western, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 68.9°F (20.5°C) and min 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's mild 57.9°F (14.4°C) to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). An average temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is recorded in Western during the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Western is May, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May in Western, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Western is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Western in May?

May temperatures in Western vary between a high-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and a low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Western?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Western?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Western?

In Western, in May, during 16 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Western?

May through September are months without snowfall in Western, Iowa.

Does it snow in Western in May?

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

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Western?

On the first day of May in Western, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Western?

The average sunshine duration in May in Western, Iowa, is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Western?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Western, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Western, IA

Average temperature in May - Western, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Western, IA

Average pressure in May - Western, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Western, IA

Average wind speed in May - Western, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Western, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Western, IA

Average rainfall in May - Western, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in May
Western, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Western, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Western, IA

Average snowfall in May - Western, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Western, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Western, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Western, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Western, 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: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Western, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Western, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Western, IA

Average UV index in May - Western, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Western, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Western, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Western, IA

Average visibility in May - Western, 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).

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