May weather forecast
Clarksdale, MS

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Weather in May

May marks the onset of early summer in Clarksdale. The temperatures rise further following April's warming trend. The month of May is synonymous with blossoming flowers and vibrant greenery, adding a natural charm to the cityscape. An impressive characteristic of May is its 14h of daylight, the third highest in the year, providing ample time for outdoor excursions. With the approaching summer, expect the city to be buzzing with activities both during the day and at night.

Temperature

May witnesses a subtle temperature ascent, adjusting from an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) in April to a warm 80.2°F (26.8°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 64.6°F (18.1°C) in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout May, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102.7 rainfall days, and 11.02" (280mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Clarksdale, is 80.2°F (26.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 64.6°F (18.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Clarksdale, in May, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Clarksdale.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Clarksdale, the average day length in May is 13h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average temperature in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average pressure in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average wind speed in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average humidity in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average rainfall in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.02"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average snowfall in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 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
Clarksdale, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average UV index in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • 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, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Clarksdale, MS

Average visibility in May - Clarksdale, 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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