May weather forecastSouthaven, MS
May
Weather in May
May sees Southaven transitioning into early summer with light winds, extended daylight hours, and peak temperatures. It marks the beginning of the warmest months, with plenty of sunshine and low cloud coverage. Coincidently, the declining wind speed becomes a notable feature, making outdoor activities more appealing. Interestingly, despite the warmer temperatures, the rainfall amount does not decline sharply but shows a slight decrease. As the month progresses, the temperatures soar from 62.4°F (16.9°C) to 79.3°F (26.3°C) and the area receives approximately 2.6" (66mm) of rainfall.Temperature
A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in May, with temperatures adjusting from an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) in April to a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C). During May, Southaven records an average temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Southaven, in May, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Southaven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.4 days and collects up to 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Southaven, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Southaven, Mississippi, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Southaven, MS
- Average high temperature in May: 79.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).
Average pressure in May
Southaven, MS
- Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Southaven, MS
- Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Southaven, MS
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Southaven, MS
- Average rainfall in May: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in May
Southaven, MS
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Southaven, MS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Southaven, MS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 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
Southaven, MS
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Southaven, MS
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Southaven, MS
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Southaven, MS
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Southaven, 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).
