May weather forecast
Burlington, IA

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Weather in May

As May approaches, Burlington embraces the full effect of spring. With higher humidity levels and more sunshine, the city welcomes warmer days. Marked by the highest rainfall of the year at 3.94" (100mm), May is indeed a month of growth and rejuvenation. It is a time when the city’s parks and gardens are at their liveliest, teeming with life and vibrancy. This Iowa city is in full bloom, resonating with the vigor of spring, during May.

Temperature

Burlington in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 60.8°F (16°C) to an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). Burlington, during May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Burlington, Iowa, is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Burlington is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Burlington, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Burlington is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Burlington?

The high-temperature, in May, in Burlington, records 71.1°F (21.7°C), while the low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Burlington?

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

What is the rainiest month in Burlington?

The month with the most rainfall in Burlington is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Burlington in May?

In Burlington, Iowa, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 3.94" (100mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Burlington?

In Burlington, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Burlington in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Burlington have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Burlington?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Burlington, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Burlington?

In Burlington, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Burlington?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in May
Burlington, IA

Average pressure in May - Burlington, 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
Burlington, IA

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

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

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Average humidity in May
Burlington, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Burlington, IA

Average rainfall in May - Burlington, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in May
Burlington, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Burlington, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Burlington, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Burlington, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Burlington, IA

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

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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and 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
Burlington, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Burlington, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Burlington, IA

Average UV index in May - Burlington, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Burlington, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Burlington, 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
Burlington, IA

Average visibility in May - Burlington, 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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