May weather forecast
Oma, MS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Oma, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average low of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and an average high of 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 76.6°F (24.8°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C). Oma's nighttime temperature during May is consistently averaged at a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Heat index

The heat index for May is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, in Oma, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout May, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175.1 rainfall days, and 38.9" (988mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Oma, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. 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. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is May in Oma?

In Oma, 83.8°F (28.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 63.1°F (17.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Oma?

In May, the average relative humidity in Oma, Mississippi, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Oma in May?

In Oma, in May, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Oma?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oma have in May?

The average day length in May in Oma is 13h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Oma?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oma, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oma have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Oma?

In Oma, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Oma, MS

Average temperature in May - Oma, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Oma, MS

Average pressure in May - Oma, 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
Oma, MS

Average wind speed in May - Oma, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Oma, MS

Average humidity in May - Oma, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Oma, MS

Average rainfall in May - Oma, 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").

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Average rainfall days in May
Oma, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Oma, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Oma, MS

Average snowfall in May - Oma, 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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Oma, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Oma, 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).

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

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

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Oma, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Oma, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Oma, MS

Average UV index in May - Oma, 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
Oma, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Oma, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Oma, MS

Average visibility in May - Oma, 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).

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