Iowa City (IA)
May
Weather in Iowa City, Iowa for May 2026
Your guide to Iowa City weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Iowa City at the beginning of May is 18.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 20.9 °F by the end of May.
Iowa City experiences moderate rainfall in May, with an average of 10 rainy days and a total precipitation of 79.9 mm.
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21
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10
Rainy days
0
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21°/10°
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20 km/h
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72 %
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Iowa City Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Iowa City
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May weather in Iowa City day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /10° | 9 mm | 4 | |
| May 2 |  Patchy rain possible | 15° /9° | 0.4 mm | 4 | |
| May 3 | Patchy rain possible | 16° /7° | 0.8 mm | 4 | |
| May 4 |  Overcast | 18° /5° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 5 | Overcast | 17° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 6 | Overcast | 21° /6° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 7 | Patchy rain possible | 23° /11° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 8 | Overcast | 18° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 9 |  Sunny | 20° /3° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 10 | Sunny | 27° /9° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 11 | Sunny | 25° /8° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 12 | Overcast | 27° /11° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 13 | Patchy rain possible | 25° /16° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| May 14 | Overcast | 27° /16° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 15 | Overcast | 31° /18° | 0.3 mm | 7 | |
| May 16 | Moderate rain at times | 27° /14° | 0.7 mm | 6 | |
| May 17 | Overcast | 17° /9° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 18 | Overcast | 20° /5° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 19 | Patchy rain possible | 17° /9° | 13.1 mm | 4 | |
| May 20 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 19° /11° | 49.9 mm | 4 | |
| May 21 | Moderate rain at times | 12° /9° | 4.5 mm | 3 | |
| May 22 | Patchy rain possible | 17° /8° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 23 | Patchy rain possible | 19° /7° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| May 24 | Overcast | 19° /11° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 25 | Overcast | 14° /11° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| May 26 |  Fog | 18° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 27 | Overcast | 20° /12° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 28 |  Cloudy | 20° /12° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 29 | Fog | 19° /10° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 30 | Overcast | 26° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 31 |  Thundery outbreaks possible | 29° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Iowa City in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Iowa City forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Iowa City in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Iowa City during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 21° and cooler nights around 10°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Iowa City during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Iowa City during May, with a total of 79.9 mm spread over approximately 10 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Iowa City during May?
The average wind speed in Iowa City during May is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Iowa City
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