May weather forecast
Sedalia, MO

Share

Weather in May

May in Sedalia, with the temperature peaking at 73.4°F (23°C), marks the definitive commencement of the summer season. The difference from April's weather is clearly felt, with longer days and balmy afternoons. The city is at its greenest with lush landscapes and blossoming flora imperative to the city's charm. Embrace the warmth and enjoy the mesmerising sight of nature in full bloom. While the frequent rain showers keep the heat in check, they continue to serve as a gentle retreat during hot summer afternoons.

Temperature

May's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). During May, Sedalia's temperature averages to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) at night.

Humidity

May is the most humid month in Sedalia, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Sedalia aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Sedalia, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sedalia is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May in Sedalia, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sedalia are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Sedalia?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 73.4°F (23°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Sedalia?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month in Sedalia, Missouri.

What is the average humidity in May in Sedalia?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Sedalia?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Sedalia?

In Sedalia, Missouri, during May, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Sedalia?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Sedalia, Missouri. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Sedalia aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sedalia have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sedalia?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sedalia, Missouri, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sedalia have in May?

In Sedalia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Sedalia?

In Sedalia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Sedalia, MO

Average temperature in May - Sedalia, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in May
Sedalia, MO

Average pressure in May - Sedalia, 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 (29.91"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in May
Sedalia, MO

Average wind speed in May - Sedalia, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in May
Sedalia, MO

Average humidity in May - Sedalia, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in May
Sedalia, MO

Average rainfall in May - Sedalia, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in May
Sedalia, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Sedalia, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in May
Sedalia, MO

Average snowfall in May - Sedalia, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in May
Sedalia, MO

Average snowfall days in May - Sedalia, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sedalia, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in May
Sedalia, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Sedalia, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in May
Sedalia, MO

Average UV index in May - Sedalia, 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in May
Sedalia, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Sedalia, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

[Resources]

Average visibility in May
Sedalia, MO

Average visibility in May - Sedalia, 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).

[Resources]

Sedalia, Missouri, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location