May weather forecastLucas, MS

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Lucas, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.8°F (28.8°C) and min 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

As Lucas, Mississippi, transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from 76.6°F (24.8°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C). Lucas experiences an average low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) in month of May.

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Lucas, in May, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.1 rainfall days, and 38.9" (988mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Lucas, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Lucas, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Updated: Jul 8, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Lucas in May has an average high-temperature of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

In Lucas, Mississippi, during May, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

In Lucas, Mississippi, snow does not fall in April through November.

In May, the average day length is 13h and 47min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

76.6°F

83.8°F

90.7°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.9mph

6.3mph

5.5mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

12.9

14.7

17.1

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.3

14.4

11.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Lucas, MS

Average high temperature in May: 83.8°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 (55.9°F).

Average low temperature in May: 63.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Lucas, 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).

Average wind speed in May
Lucas, MS

Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Lucas, MS

Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Lucas, MS

Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.4").

Average rainfall days in May
Lucas, MS

Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lucas, MS

Average snowfall in May: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in May
Lucas, MS

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lucas, MS

Average daylight in May: 13h and 48min

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 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lucas, MS

Average sunshine days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Lucas, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Lucas, MS

Average cloud cover in May: 36

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

Average visibility in May
Lucas, MS

Average visibility in May: 5mi

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