May weather forecast
Defiance, MO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Defiance, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 74.7°F (23.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a change in Defiance's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from April's refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C) to a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C). During May, an average low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) is observed.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month in Defiance.

Rainfall

In Defiance, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Defiance, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Defiance, Missouri, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Defiance, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Defiance is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Defiance are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Defiance?

In Defiance, in May, the average high-temperature is 74.7°F (23.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Defiance?

The most humid month in Defiance, Missouri, is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Defiance?

In Defiance, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Defiance?

In Defiance, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Defiance?

In Defiance, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Defiance in May?

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

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Defiance?

On the first day of May in Defiance, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Defiance?

The average sunshine duration in May in Defiance, Missouri, is 9.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Defiance?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Defiance?

In Defiance, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Defiance, MO

Average temperature in May - Defiance, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Defiance, MO

Average pressure in May - Defiance, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Defiance, MO

Average wind speed in May - Defiance, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Defiance, MO

Average humidity in May - Defiance, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Defiance, MO

Average rainfall in May - Defiance, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in May
Defiance, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Defiance, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Defiance, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Defiance, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Defiance, MO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Defiance, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Defiance, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Defiance, MO

Average UV index in May - Defiance, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Defiance, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Defiance, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Defiance, MO

Average visibility in May - Defiance, 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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