May weather forecast
Ruth, MS

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

The start of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C). In Ruth, an average nighttime temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) is expected during May.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is estimated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Ruth, Mississippi, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ruth, in May, during 13.4 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ruth, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.2 days and collects up to 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ruth, snow does not fall in February, April through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Ruth is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Ruth is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. 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. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is May in Ruth?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ruth during May are 83.8°F (28.8°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Ruth?

In May, the average relative humidity in Ruth, Mississippi, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Ruth?

In Ruth, during May, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ruth?

February, April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May in Ruth?

In May, the average day length in Ruth is 13h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Ruth?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ruth have in May?

In Ruth, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Ruth?

In Ruth, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ruth, MS

Average temperature in May - Ruth, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°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 (39.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Ruth, MS

Average pressure in May - Ruth, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Ruth, MS

Average wind speed in May - Ruth, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Ruth, MS

Average humidity in May - Ruth, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Ruth, MS

Average rainfall in May - Ruth, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in May
Ruth, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Ruth, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Ruth, MS

Average snowfall in May - Ruth, MS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Ruth, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Ruth, MS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ruth, 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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Ruth, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Ruth, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Ruth, MS

Average UV index in May - Ruth, 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
Ruth, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Ruth, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Ruth, MS

Average visibility in May - Ruth, MS
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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