May weather forecast
Van Buren, AR

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Weather in May

May proves even warmer with temperatures inching towards summer levels. It hits a temperature high of 78.4°F (25.8°C) providing comfortable warmth during the day. May also marks the departure from the windy days of early spring, with the wind speed decreasing. As one can expect during this month, days are longer, indicating the onset of summer. This season’s blend brings an invigorating feel as the city basks in consistent daylight.

Temperature

May marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). An average low-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) is observed during May nights.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Van Buren, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Van Buren, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

Van Buren in May has an average high-temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Van Buren, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Van Buren, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Van Buren have in May?

In Van Buren, the average day length in May is 14h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Van Buren have in May?

In Van Buren, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Van Buren?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Van Buren, AR

Average temperature in May - Van Buren, AR
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Van Buren, AR

Average pressure in May - Van Buren, 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
Van Buren, AR

Average wind speed in May - Van Buren, AR
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Van Buren, AR

Average humidity in May - Van Buren, AR
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Van Buren, AR

Average rainfall in May - Van Buren, AR
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.49"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Van Buren, AR

Average rainfall days in May - Van Buren, AR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Van Buren, AR

Average snowfall in May - Van Buren, AR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in May
Van Buren, AR

Average snowfall days in May - Van Buren, AR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

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

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Van Buren, AR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Van Buren, AR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Van Buren, AR

Average sunshine days in May - Van Buren, AR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Van Buren, AR

Average UV index in May - Van Buren, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Van Buren, AR

Average cloud cover in May - Van Buren, AR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Van Buren, AR

Average visibility in May - Van Buren, 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).

Van Buren, Arkansas, USA

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