May weather forecast
Paragould, AR

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Weather in May

May ushers in warmer weather in Paragould, with a noticeable rise in temperatures from April. The city basks in the early summer sun with abundant sunshine and longer days. As we move into the latter half of the year, the difference in weather conditions becomes evident. However, May is cooler than the coming months of June and July but it's also the time for summer outdoor activities and picnics. May records increased average rainfall of 2.56" (65mm) compared to 2.09" (53mm) in April.

Temperature

The start of May in Paragould brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in April to a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C). May nights in Paragould cool down to an average low-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Paragould is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through September are months without snowfall in Paragould.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of May, in Paragould, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Paragould is 9.3h.

UV index

In Paragould, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Paragould in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Paragould, is 77.9°F (25.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 61.7°F (16.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Paragould?

In Paragould, Arkansas, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Paragould?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Paragould?

In Paragould, Arkansas, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Paragould?

In Paragould, Arkansas, snow does not fall in April through September.

How many hours of daylight does Paragould have in May?

In May, the average day length in Paragould, Arkansas, is 14h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Paragould?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Paragould?

The average sunshine duration in May in Paragould is 9.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Paragould?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Paragould is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Paragould, AR

Average temperature in May - Paragould, AR
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Paragould, AR

Average pressure in May - Paragould, AR
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"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
Paragould, AR

Average wind speed in May - Paragould, AR
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Paragould, AR

Average humidity in May - Paragould, AR
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in May
Paragould, AR

Average rainfall in May - Paragould, AR
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in May
Paragould, AR

Average rainfall days in May - Paragould, AR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Paragould, AR

Average snowfall in May - Paragould, AR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Paragould, AR

Average snowfall days in May - Paragould, AR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Paragould, AR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paragould, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Paragould, AR

Average sunshine days in May - Paragould, AR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Paragould, AR

Average UV index in May - Paragould, AR
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Paragould, AR

Average cloud cover in May - Paragould, AR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Paragould, AR

Average visibility in May - Paragould, 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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