May weather forecast
Charleston, MO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Charleston, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and an average low of 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, adjusting from a refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C) in April to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). During May, Charleston's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Charleston are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Charleston, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 33.9" (861mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Charleston, Missouri, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Charleston is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Charleston. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Charleston in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Charleston, is 76.6°F (24.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Charleston?

The months with the highest humidity in Charleston are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Charleston?

In May, the average relative humidity in Charleston is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Charleston?

In Charleston, Missouri, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Charleston?

May through October are months without snowfall in Charleston, Missouri.

Does it snow in Charleston in May?

In May, in Charleston, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

In May, the average day length in Charleston is 14h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Charleston?

On the first day of May in Charleston, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Charleston?

The average sunshine duration in May in Charleston is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Charleston?

The months with the highest UV index in Charleston are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Charleston?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Charleston, Missouri, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Charleston, MO

Average temperature in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Charleston, MO

Average pressure in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Charleston, MO

Average wind speed in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Charleston, MO

Average humidity in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Charleston, MO

Average rainfall in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in May
Charleston, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Charleston, MO

Average snowfall in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Charleston, MO

Average snowfall days in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Charleston, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Charleston, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Charleston, MO

Average UV index in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Charleston, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Charleston, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Charleston, MO

Average visibility in May - Charleston, 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).

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