May weather forecast
Drew, MS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Drew, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between min 64.8°F (18.2°C) and max 81.5°F (27.5°C).

Temperature

May brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C) to a moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C). Drew observes an average nighttime temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) during May.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is computed to be a hot 86°F (30°C). If one remains active during constant exposure, it might cause exhaustion and heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

In Drew, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Drew, Mississippi, during May, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.4 rainfall days, and 41.57" (1056mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October and December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Drew, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of May, in Drew, Mississippi, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Drew, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

In Drew, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Drew?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Drew during May are 81.5°F (27.5°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Drew?

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May in Drew?

In Drew, Mississippi, in May, during 14.6 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Drew?

In Drew, Mississippi, snow does not fall in April through October and December.

How many hours of daylight does Drew have in May?

The average day length in May in Drew is 13h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Drew?

On the first day of May in Drew, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Drew?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Drew, Mississippi, is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Drew?

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

Average temperature in May - Drew, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 81.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Drew, MS

Average pressure in May - Drew, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Drew, MS

Average wind speed in May - Drew, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

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).

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Average humidity in May
Drew, MS

Average humidity in May - Drew, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

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

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Average rainfall in May
Drew, MS

Average rainfall in May - Drew, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in May
Drew, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Drew, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Drew, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Drew, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 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
Drew, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Drew, MS
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • 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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Drew, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Drew, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Drew, MS

Average UV index in May - Drew, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Drew, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Drew, 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 25).

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Average visibility in May
Drew, MS

Average visibility in May - Drew, 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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