May weather forecastSpringfield, MO
May
Weather in May
Spring joy continues in May, with warmer days and ample sun. The most substantial rainfall of the year marks May, tallying up to 5.63" (143mm). Longer days invite the residents to soak up the pleasant weather of Springfield, enjoy the parks, or sit outside with a cool drink. As we approach summer, May allows one to enjoy the great outdoors before the temperatures start climbing up considerably.Temperature
A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). In the month of May, an average of 56.3°F (13.5°C) marks the low-temperature in Springfield.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Springfield. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Springfield aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.3 snowfall days, and 8.94" (227mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Springfield is 14h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, in Springfield, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Springfield, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. 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. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Springfield, MO
- Average high temperature in May: 75.6°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 (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Springfield, MO
- Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Springfield, MO
- Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Springfield, MO
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Springfield, MO
- Average rainfall in May: 5.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").
Average rainfall days in May
Springfield, MO
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Springfield, MO
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Springfield, MO
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Springfield, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Springfield, MO
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Springfield, 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
Springfield, MO
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Springfield, 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).
