May Weather in Fort Dodge

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Fort Dodge, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (61°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (91°F), while lows may dip to 3°C (38°F). Typically, the humidity level in Fort Dodge throughout May hovers around 74%.

3°C (38°F)

Minimum temperature

16°C (61°F)

Average temperature

32°C (91°F)

Maximum temperature

74%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Fort Dodge averages 160 mm (6.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 37 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 17 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 34% probability of sunny days during this period.

160 mm (6.3 inches)

Precipitation

15 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 17 minutes

Sunshine hours

34%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Fort Dodge reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 3 5 7 9 9 9 7 5 3 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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