May weather forecast
Forest, MS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Forest, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.5°F (28.6°C) and min 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

May witnesses a subtle temperature ascent, adjusting from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C). Forest, in May, experiences an average temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) at night.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is calculated to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Forest is 74%.

Rainfall

In Forest, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Forest, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of May in Forest, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Forest, Mississippi, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Forest in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Forest, is 83.5°F (28.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Forest?

In Forest, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in Forest in May?

In Forest, Mississippi, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Forest?

In Forest, Mississippi, snow does not fall in March through November.

What is the average length of the day in May in Forest?

The average day length in May is 13h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Forest?

On the first day of May in Forest, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Forest?

The average sunshine duration in May in Forest, Mississippi, is 9.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Forest?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Forest is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Forest, MS

Average temperature in May - Forest, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Forest, MS

Average pressure in May - Forest, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Forest, MS

Average wind speed in May - Forest, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Forest, MS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Forest, MS

Average rainfall in May - Forest, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in May
Forest, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Forest, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Forest, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Forest, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Forest, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Forest, 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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Forest, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Forest, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Forest, MS

Average UV index in May - Forest, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Forest, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Forest, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Forest, MS

Average visibility in May - Forest, MS
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July and August (5mi).

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