May weather forecast
Fort Smith, AR

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Fort Smith, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79°F (26.1°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

In Fort Smith, the average high-temperature in May slightly increases from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in April to a moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C). The average low-temperature, in Fort Smith, is 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fort Smith, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Fort Smith, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, in Fort Smith, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Smith, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Smith is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Fort Smith?

In May, in Fort Smith, the average high-temperature is 79°F (26.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Fort Smith?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

What is the average humidity in May in Fort Smith?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Fort Smith?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Fort Smith in May?

In Fort Smith, in May, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fort Smith?

In Fort Smith, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in May in Fort Smith?

In May, the average day length in Fort Smith is 14h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Fort Smith?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Smith, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Smith have in May?

In Fort Smith, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Fort Smith?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average temperature in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average high temperature in May: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average pressure in May - Fort Smith, 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
Fort Smith, AR

Average wind speed in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average humidity in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average rainfall in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average snowfall in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 31min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 49min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average UV index in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in May
Fort Smith, AR

Average visibility in May - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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