May weather forecast
Lockhart, MS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lockhart, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and an average low of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

May sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) in April to a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C). With a significant daily temperature differential, Lockhart's nighttime temperature in May falls to an average of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Heat index

May's heat index is calculated to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lockhart, in May, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lockhart, there are 145.8 rainfall days, and 24.57" (624mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Lockhart, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of May in Lockhart, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Lockhart in May?

In Lockhart, 83.8°F (28.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 62.2°F (16.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lockhart?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in Lockhart in May?

In Lockhart, in May, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lockhart?

In Lockhart, snow does not fall in March through October.

How many hours of daylight does Lockhart have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Lockhart?

On the first day of May in Lockhart, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lockhart have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Lockhart is 9.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lockhart?

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

Average temperature in May - Lockhart, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Lockhart, MS

Average pressure in May - Lockhart, 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
Lockhart, MS

Average wind speed in May - Lockhart, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Lockhart, MS

Average humidity in May - Lockhart, 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
Lockhart, MS

Average rainfall in May - Lockhart, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in May
Lockhart, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Lockhart, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Lockhart, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Lockhart, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Lockhart, MS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Lockhart, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Lockhart, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Lockhart, MS

Average UV index in May - Lockhart, 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
Lockhart, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Lockhart, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Lockhart, MS

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

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

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