May weather forecastBentonville, AR
May
Weather in May
May in Bentonville metamorphoses the weather scenario, slowly gravitating towards the summer's advent. The balmy air, precipitating at an average of up to 4.17" (106mm), adds an honeysuckle scented moisture to the warm and ever-brightening atmosphere. The city gloriously basks under the expansive sunlight till late evening, with fair visibility allowing for long scenic vistas. Its' local denizens witness a comfortable transition into summer with relatively milder conditions, staged under a sky typically half-covered in clouds. The waning spring gracefully gives its way to summer with the weather becoming more amiable for outdoor activities.Temperature
The commencement of May sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 57.2°F (14°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.4 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Bentonville aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Bentonville, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.9 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Bentonville is 9.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bentonville, AR
- Average high temperature in May: 76.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57.2°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 (28.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Bentonville, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Bentonville, AR
- Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Bentonville, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
Bentonville, AR
- Average rainfall in May: 4.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").
Average rainfall days in May
Bentonville, AR
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bentonville, AR
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bentonville, AR
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bentonville, AR
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bentonville, AR
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Bentonville, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Bentonville, AR
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Bentonville, 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).
