Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Ames, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 24°C (75°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (94°F), while lows may dip to 11°C (53°F). Typically, the humidity level in Ames throughout May hovers around 82%.
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In May, Ames averages 171 mm (6.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 45 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 6 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 30% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Ames reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||