Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May brings a slight rise in Porterville's average high-temperature, moving from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C). Porterville reports a significant contrast between daytime and nighttime temperatures, with an average low of 62.2°F (16.8°C) in May.Heat index
May's heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In Porterville, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In Porterville, during May, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Porterville, there are 145.8 rainfall days, and 24.57" (624mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through October are months without snowfall in Porterville, Mississippi.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 51min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of May, in Porterville, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Porterville is 9.8h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does it rain in Porterville in May?
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What is the UV index reading in May in Porterville?
Average temperature in May
Porterville, MS
- Average high temperature in May: 83.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.2°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Porterville, 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
Porterville, MS
- Average wind speed in May: 6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Porterville, MS
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Porterville, MS
- Average rainfall in May: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in May
Porterville, MS
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Porterville, MS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Porterville, MS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Porterville, MS
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
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: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Porterville, MS
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Porterville, 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
Porterville, MS
- Average cloud cover in May: 36
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Porterville, MS
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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