May weather forecastNew Fitler, MS
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in New Fitler, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.4°F (28°C) and min 64.9°F (18.3°C).Temperature
The start of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in April to a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 64.9°F (18.3°C) during May nights.Heat index
The heat index in May is calculated to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical 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 New Fitler, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In New Fitler, during May, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in New Fitler, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 37.28" (947mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through December are months without snowfall in New Fitler, Mississippi.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in New Fitler is 13h and 51min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in New Fitler is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
New Fitler, MS
- Average high temperature in May: 82.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.2°F).
Average pressure in May
New Fitler, MS
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"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
New Fitler, MS
- Average wind speed in May: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in May
New Fitler, MS
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in May
New Fitler, MS
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
New Fitler, MS
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
New Fitler, MS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
New Fitler, MS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
New Fitler, MS
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 54min
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 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
New Fitler, MS
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).
Average UV index in May
New Fitler, 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
New Fitler, MS
- Average cloud cover in May: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
New Fitler, 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).
