May weather forecast
Northwood, IA

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Weather in May

As the gateway to summer, May in Northwood exhibits warmer temperatures, plentiful sunshine, and moderate rainfall. This month is a deviation from the cooler and less predictable weather of April, making way for even warmer days in June. The weather is marked by longer daylight hours, further enhancing the warming effect. Due to the onset of summer, May's weather in Northwood adds vibrancy and warmth to the city's ambiance.

Temperature

The onset of May in Northwood, Iowa, brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in April to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). In May, Northwood experiences an average nighttime temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

In Northwood, Iowa, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Northwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.3 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Northwood are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Northwood. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Northwood aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Northwood is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, in Northwood, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Northwood is 8.4h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Northwood?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Northwood, is 66.6°F (19.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Northwood?

In Northwood, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in Northwood in May?

In Northwood, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Northwood?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Northwood, Iowa. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Northwood aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Northwood is 14h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Northwood?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Northwood, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Northwood have in May?

In Northwood, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May in Northwood?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Northwood, Iowa, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Northwood, IA

Average temperature in May - Northwood, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°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°F).

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Average pressure in May
Northwood, IA

Average pressure in May - Northwood, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Northwood, IA

Average wind speed in May - Northwood, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Northwood, IA

Average humidity in May - Northwood, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Northwood, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in May
Northwood, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Northwood, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Northwood, IA

Average snowfall in May - Northwood, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Northwood, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Northwood, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 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
Northwood, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Northwood, 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 2min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Northwood, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Northwood, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Northwood, IA

Average UV index in May - Northwood, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Northwood, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Northwood, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Northwood, IA

Average visibility in May - Northwood, 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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