May weather forecast
Buffalo Center, IA

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Weather in May

May exudes a sense of freshness in Buffalo Center, Iowa, carrying the warmth and vibrancy that spring offers. The weather is defined by rising temperatures, a thickening green landscape, and an increased daylight duration allowing ample time for outdoor activities. Notably, May receives the most significant amount of rainfall during the year accounting for 3.15" (80mm). This essential precipitation nurtures the local flora to full bloom. It’s a period when visitors and residents appreciate the rejuvenation of nature, the mild weather, and the blooming spring aesthetics.

Temperature

As May begins in Buffalo Center, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in April to a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C). An average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) is recorded in the month of May in Buffalo Center, Iowa.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Buffalo Center is 72%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo Center, Iowa, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.2 rainfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buffalo Center are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Buffalo Center. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Buffalo Center aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Buffalo Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.1 days and aggregates up to 22.05" (560mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Buffalo Center, Iowa, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, in Buffalo Center, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Buffalo Center, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Buffalo Center?

In Buffalo Center, in May, the average high-temperature is 67.5°F (19.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Buffalo Center?

In May, the average relative humidity in Buffalo Center, Iowa, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May in Buffalo Center?

In Buffalo Center, Iowa, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Buffalo Center?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Buffalo Center, Iowa. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Buffalo Center aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Buffalo Center?

The average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Buffalo Center?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Buffalo Center?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Buffalo Center?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Buffalo Center is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average temperature in May - Buffalo Center, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average pressure in May - Buffalo Center, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average wind speed in May - Buffalo Center, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average humidity in May - Buffalo Center, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average rainfall in May - Buffalo Center, 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").

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Average rainfall days in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Buffalo Center, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average snowfall in May - Buffalo Center, 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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Buffalo Center, 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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Buffalo Center, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average UV index in May - Buffalo Center, 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
Buffalo Center, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Buffalo Center, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Buffalo Center, IA

Average visibility in May - Buffalo Center, 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).

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