May weather forecast
Watkins, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Watkins, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.3°F (11.3°C) and max 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

Watkins in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) in April to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). The average low-temperature, in May, is a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Watkins aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Watkins, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Watkins, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Watkins in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Watkins. Rain falls for 18.6 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Watkins, in May, during 18.6 rainfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Watkins aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Watkins have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Watkins have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Watkins, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Watkins, IA

Average temperature in May - Watkins, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Watkins, IA

Average pressure in May - Watkins, 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
Watkins, IA

Average wind speed in May - Watkins, 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).

Average humidity in May
Watkins, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Watkins, IA

Average rainfall in May - Watkins, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
Watkins, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Watkins, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Watkins, IA

Average snowfall in May - Watkins, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Watkins, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Watkins, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Watkins, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Watkins, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Watkins, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Watkins, IA

Average UV index in May - Watkins, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Watkins, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Watkins, IA

Average visibility in May - Watkins, 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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