May weather forecast
Chelsea, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Chelsea, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in Chelsea's average high-temperature, moving from a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) in April to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C). Chelsea observes an average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Chelsea, Iowa, is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Chelsea, Iowa, is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Chelsea. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Chelsea aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Chelsea, there are 39 snowfall days, and 16.69" (424mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Chelsea, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Chelsea, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Chelsea is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Chelsea in May?

Chelsea in May has an average high-temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Chelsea?

The average relative humidity in May in Chelsea, Iowa, is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Chelsea?

The month with the most rainfall in Chelsea is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Chelsea in May?

In Chelsea, Iowa, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Chelsea?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Chelsea, Iowa. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Chelsea aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Chelsea is 14h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Chelsea?

On the first day of May in Chelsea, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chelsea have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Chelsea, Iowa, is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Chelsea?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Chelsea is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Chelsea, IA

Average temperature in May - Chelsea, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.7°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 (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Chelsea, IA

Average pressure in May - Chelsea, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Chelsea, IA

Average wind speed in May - Chelsea, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Chelsea, IA

Average humidity in May - Chelsea, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Chelsea, IA

Average rainfall in May - Chelsea, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
Chelsea, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Chelsea, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Chelsea, IA

Average snowfall in May - Chelsea, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Chelsea, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Chelsea, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chelsea, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Chelsea, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Chelsea, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Chelsea, IA

Average UV index in May - Chelsea, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Chelsea, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Chelsea, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

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

Average visibility in May
Chelsea, IA

Average visibility in May - Chelsea, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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