Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from 75.6°F (24.2°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.1°F (28.4°C). Alcorn in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 64.4°F (18°C).Heat index
May's heat index is calculated to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Alcorn is 77%.Rainfall
In Alcorn, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Alcorn, snow does not fall in April through December.Daylight
In Alcorn, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 48min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Alcorn is 9.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Alcorn is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average high temperature in May: 83.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average rainfall in May: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Alcorn, MS
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Alcorn, MS
- 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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