May weather forecast
Bella Vista, AR

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Weather in May

May jumps headfirst into the summer season, leaving the springtime weather of April far behind. A rapid transformation occurs as temperatures escalate and rainfall mounts to 4.41" (112mm). The patios and sidewalks simmer under the summer sun, bidding adieu to the cool breeze of spring. Bella Vista in May reverberates with the echoes of Summer, as the city wakes up to the calls of cicadas and basks in the long daylight hours.

Temperature

The shift from April to May in Bella Vista introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C) to a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). Bella Vista observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

The most humid month in Bella Vista is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Bella Vista is May, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Bella Vista. May is the last month it regularly snows in Bella Vista. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bella Vista aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Bella Vista, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.3 days and aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bella Vista, Arkansas, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Bella Vista?

The high-temperature in Bella Vista, Arkansas, during May is 76.3°F (24.6°C) and the low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Bella Vista?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month in Bella Vista.

What is the average humidity in May in Bella Vista?

In May, the average relative humidity in Bella Vista is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Bella Vista?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Bella Vista?

In Bella Vista, Arkansas, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Bella Vista?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bella Vista aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Bella Vista?

In Bella Vista, the average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Bella Vista?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bella Vista?

In Bella Vista, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Bella Vista?

The months with the highest UV index in Bella Vista, Arkansas, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Bella Vista?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average temperature in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average pressure in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average wind speed in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average humidity in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average rainfall in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.41"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average rainfall days in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average snowfall in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average snowfall days in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average sunshine days in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average UV index in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average cloud cover in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average visibility in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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