May weather forecastCarthage, MO
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Carthage, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75°F (23.9°C) and an average low of 57°F (13.9°C).Temperature
The shift into May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C) in April to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). An average low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C) is noted during the nights in May in Carthage.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month in Carthage, Missouri.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Carthage. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Carthage are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows in Carthage. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Carthage, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.3 days and aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.Daylight
In Carthage, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Carthage, Missouri, the average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Carthage is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Carthage, MO
- Average high temperature in May: 75°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Carthage, MO
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Carthage, MO
- Average wind speed in May: 9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Carthage, MO
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Carthage, MO
- Average rainfall in May: 4.33"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Carthage, MO
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Carthage, MO
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Carthage, MO
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Carthage, MO
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Carthage, MO
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Carthage, MO
- Average UV index in May: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Carthage, MO
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Carthage, MO
- 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).
