May weather forecastMadison, MS
May
Weather in May
May enters with unmistakable hints of summer and soaring temperatures in Madison. The city starts to feel the increasing heat with the mercury rising compared to April. Sunlight hours extend, casting long bright days on the city. The change in temperature comes along with changing windows of precipitation, making May's weather a rich tapestry of contrasting patterns. However, despite the rising heat and extended daylight, rainfall still makes its presence felt throughout this month.Temperature
May's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from 76.1°F (24.5°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C). In May, Madison experiences an average nighttime temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C).Heat index
For May, the heat index is estimated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Madison, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Madison is 10h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Madison is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Madison, MS
- Average high temperature in May: 83.8°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 63.1°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 (38.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Madison, 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
Madison, MS
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Madison, MS
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Madison, MS
- Average rainfall in May: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").
Average rainfall days in May
Madison, MS
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Madison, MS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Madison, MS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Madison, 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: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Madison, MS
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Madison, 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
Madison, MS
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Madison, 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).
