May weather forecastFernwood, MS
May
Weather in May
May is when Fernwood, Mississippi obtrudes its southern nature with rising temperatures and humidity. It separates the pleasant warmth of spring from the approaching high temperatures of summer. The recording of daylight hours is approximately 13.7, indicating that the days are at their longest and the nights shortest. May usually comes with increased rainfall contributing to the humidity. Nature thrives in these conditions, leading to blossoming flora by the end of the month.Temperature
The shift into May is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's 77°F (25°C) to a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C). In May, Fernwood encounters an average low-temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C) during the night.Heat index
May's average heat index is computed to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Fernwood, in May, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fernwood, there are 159.9 rainfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Fernwood, Mississippi, is 13h and 45min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of May, in Fernwood, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.6h.UV index
In Fernwood, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average high temperature in May: 83.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 63.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average rainfall in May: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").
Average rainfall days in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).
Average UV index in May
Fernwood, 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 and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Fernwood, MS
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
