May weather forecastReedtown, MS

May

Weather in May

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

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) in April to a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C). Reedtown, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Reedtown, during May, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 37.95" (964mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Reedtown, Mississippi, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Reedtown, Mississippi, is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of May in Reedtown, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Reedtown, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

In Reedtown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in May, in Reedtown, is 83.8°F (28.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

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

In Reedtown, during May, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

In Reedtown, Mississippi, snow does not fall in March through November.

In Reedtown, Mississippi, the average day length in May is 13h and 49min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Reedtown, Mississippi, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

In Reedtown, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Reedtown, Mississippi, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat 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

90.9°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.8mph

6.4mph

5.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

11.4

13.6

15.6

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Reedtown, MS

Average high temperature in May: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

Average low temperature in May: 63.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Reedtown, 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
Reedtown, MS

Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Reedtown, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Reedtown, MS

Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Reedtown, MS

Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Reedtown, MS

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Reedtown, 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
Reedtown, 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 48min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Reedtown, MS

Average sunshine days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Reedtown, MS

Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Reedtown, MS

Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Reedtown, 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).