May weather forecast
Joplin, MT

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Joplin, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

Joplin in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). In Joplin, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Joplin, Montana, is 54%.

Rainfall

In Joplin, in May, during 14.9 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Joplin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Joplin. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Joplin aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Joplin, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.1 days and aggregates up to 24.69" (627mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Joplin is 15h and 16min.
On the first day of May in Joplin, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 9:16 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.3h.

UV index

In Joplin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Joplin?

In May, in Joplin, the average high-temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Joplin?

The average relative humidity in May in Joplin, Montana, is 54%.

How much does it rain in Joplin in May?

In Joplin, during May, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Joplin?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Joplin, Montana. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Joplin aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Joplin have in May?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Joplin?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Joplin, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 9:16 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Joplin?

In Joplin, Montana, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Joplin?

In Joplin, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Joplin, MT

Average temperature in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Joplin, MT

Average pressure in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Joplin, MT

Average wind speed in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Joplin, MT

Average humidity in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

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Average rainfall in May
Joplin, MT

Average rainfall in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in May
Joplin, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Joplin, MT

Average snowfall in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Joplin, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Joplin, MT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Joplin, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Joplin, MT

Average UV index in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Joplin, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Joplin, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in May
Joplin, MT

Average visibility in May - Joplin, MT
  • 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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