May weather forecast
St. Louis, MO

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A beautiful twilight over the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri
A beautiful twilight over the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri

Weather in May

May dawns with improved weather conditions and temperatures, making it ideal for outdoor activities and explorations. The high temperatures rise further, granting the city a pleasant, slightly warm ambiance. The city basks in the highest average temperatures of 57.2°F experienced this year. The onset of summer ushers in better lit and longer days in St. Louis. However, humidity levels display an upward trend, adding moisture to the warming air.

Temperature

As St. Louis transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from an enjoyable 67.5°F in April to a moderately hot 76.3°F. St. Louis, in the month of May, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 57.2°F.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in St. Louis is 66.5%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in St. Louis is May, when the rain falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in St. Louis.

Daylight

In St. Louis, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May in St. Louis, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in St. Louis is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in St. Louis is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 8 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
It is essential to prioritize protection. Unprotected skin and eyes can suffer rapid harm. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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FAQ

What is the average May temperature in St. Louis?

The high-temperature, in May, in St. Louis, records 76.3°F, while the low-temperature is 57.2°F.

What is the average humidity in May in St. Louis?

In May, the average relative humidity in St. Louis is 66.5%.

What is the wettest month in St. Louis?

May is the month with the most rainfall in St. Louis, Missouri. Rain falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 4.72" of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in St. Louis?

In St. Louis, Missouri, in May, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 4.72" of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in St. Louis?

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

Does it snow in St. Louis in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in St. Louis?

The average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in St. Louis?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in St. Louis?

The average sunshine duration in May in St. Louis, Missouri, is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in St. Louis?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in St. Louis, Missouri, is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average humidity
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
St. Louis, MO

Average temperature in May - St. Louis, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average humidity in May
St. Louis, MO

Average humidity in May - St. Louis, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 66.5%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75.8%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (63.5%).

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Average rainfall in May
St. Louis, MO

Average rainfall in May - St. Louis, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in May
St. Louis, MO

Average rainfall days in May - St. Louis, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
St. Louis, MO

Average snowfall in May - St. Louis, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
St. Louis, MO

Average snowfall days in May - St. Louis, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 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
St. Louis, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - St. Louis, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average UV index in May
St. Louis, MO

Average UV index in May - St. Louis, MO
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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