May weather forecast
Long Beach, MS

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Weather in May

Unraveling the doorway to summer, the weather in May is quite distinctive. A drastic increase in heat is palpable as the thermometer often records temperatures up to 82.2°F (27.9°C). With moisture levels carrying the print of the last month's rainfall, the aroma of the sun-bathed earth fills the air. Longer sunlight hours lavishing over 13.7 hours a day, and the decreased wind force both contribute to the inclusion of summer blooms and fruition. A contrast can be observed compared to the conditions from January to April, making May the preamble to the fervent Mississippi summer.

Temperature

May in Long Beach sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from 75.7°F (24.3°C) in April to a still warm 82.2°F (27.9°C). Long Beach usually reports an average low-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C) during the month of May.

Heat index

The heat index in May is appraised at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Long Beach, in May, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Long Beach, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 42.83" (1088mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Long Beach, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Long Beach is 13h and 42min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Long Beach is 10.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Long Beach. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Long Beach?

Long Beach in May has an average high-temperature of 82.2°F (27.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Long Beach?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in Long Beach in May?

In Long Beach, Mississippi, in May, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Long Beach?

February through December are months without snowfall in Long Beach, Mississippi.

What is the average length of the day in May in Long Beach?

The average day length in May in Long Beach is 13h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Long Beach?

On the first day of May in Long Beach, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Long Beach have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Long Beach is 10.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Long Beach?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Long Beach, Mississippi.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Long Beach?

In Long Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Long Beach, MS

Average temperature in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 82.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 69.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Long Beach, MS

Average pressure in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Long Beach, MS

Average wind speed in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Long Beach, MS

Average humidity in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Long Beach, MS

Average rainfall in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in May
Long Beach, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Long Beach, MS

Average snowfall in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Long Beach, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Long Beach, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

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: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Long Beach, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Long Beach, MS

Average UV index in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Long Beach, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Long Beach, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Long Beach, MS

Average visibility in May - Long Beach, 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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