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Cedar Rapids, IA Weather on May 26
May 26th in Cedar Rapids, IA typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 75°F and lows near 54°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 26th was in 1978 (79°F average), while the coldest was 1971 (48°F) — a 31°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 58% of May 26th dates historically, with the wettest May 26th recording 8.64" of rain. The last decade has been 7.8°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 26
Planning for May 26th in Cedar Rapids, IA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 26 Weather Records for Cedar Rapids
- •The all-time record high for May 26th in Cedar Rapids, IA is 93°F, set in 2018.
- •The coldest May 26th on record dropped to 38°F in 1983.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 26th in 4 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 26th was 19°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 26 ever in Cedar Rapids?
The warmest May 26 in Cedar Rapids, IA reached 93°F in 2018. That is 18°F above the long-term average high of 75°F.
What was the coldest May 26 ever in Cedar Rapids?
The coldest May 26 in Cedar Rapids, IA dropped to 38°F in 1983. That is 16°F below the long-term average low of 54°F.
What is the average temperature on May 26 in Cedar Rapids?
On May 26, Cedar Rapids averages a high of 75°F and a low of 54°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from CEDAR RAPIDS #1.
How many years of weather data are available for May 26 in Cedar Rapids?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 26 in Cedar Rapids, IA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 26 Weather History in Cedar Rapids
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 73°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 72°F | 52°F | 2.29" | -- |
| 2023 | 78°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 75°F | 50°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 2021 | 79°F | 58°F | 0.69" | -- |
| 2020 | 86°F | 63°F | 1.37" | -- |
| 2019 | 83°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 93°F | 61°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 2017 | 74°F | 55°F | 2.01" | -- |
| 2016 | 83°F | 59°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 2015 | 77°F | 65°F | 1.17" | -- |
| 2014 | 80°F | 64°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2013 | 57°F | 48°F | 2.46" | -- |
| 2012 | 89°F | 59°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2011 | 65°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 82°F | 64°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 2009 | 74°F | 59°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2008 | 82°F | 62°F | 2.08" | -- |
| 2007 | 72°F | 62°F | 2.34" | -- |
| 2006 | 83°F | 62°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2005 | 74°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 67°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 76°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 74°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 61°F | 48°F | 1.7" | -- |
| 2000 | 78°F | 55°F | 1.04" | -- |
| 1999 | 75°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 76°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 61°F | 43°F | 2.01" | -- |
| 1996 | 58°F | 47°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 1995 | 70°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 67°F | 51°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1993 | 80°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 57°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 82°F | 66°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1990 | 65°F | 57°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1989 | 74°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 82°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 78°F | 61°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 1986 | 69°F | 54°F | 8.64" | -- |
| 1985 | 91°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 64°F | 44°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1983 | 73°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 66°F | 57°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1981 | 76°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 84°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 69°F | 46°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1978 | 91°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 90°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 79°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 73°F | 59°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1974 | 66°F | 52°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 1973 | 63°F | 45°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1972 | 85°F | 57°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1971 | 56°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: CEDAR RAPIDS #1
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Cedar Rapids, IA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.