May weather forecast
Merit, TX

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Merit, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.6°F (27°C) and an average low of 63.3°F (17.4°C).

Temperature

Merit's transition into May is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C). During May, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 63.3°F (17.4°C) at night.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C). Constant activity during exposure could result in a state of weariness and possibly heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The most humid month in Merit, Texas, is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Merit, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Merit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.8 days and collects up to 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Merit, Texas, is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of May in Merit, Texas, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Merit?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Merit, is 80.6°F (27°C) and the average low-temperature is 63.3°F (17.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Merit?

May is the most humid month in Merit, Texas, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Merit?

The average relative humidity in May in Merit is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Merit?

In Merit, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Merit?

March through October are months without snowfall in Merit, Texas.

How many hours of daylight does Merit have in May?

In Merit, Texas, the average day length in May is 13h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Merit?

On the first day of May in Merit, Texas, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Merit have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Merit is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Merit?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Merit, Texas, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Merit, TX

Average temperature in May - Merit, TX
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 63.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Merit, TX

Average pressure in May - Merit, TX
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Merit, TX

Average wind speed in May - Merit, TX
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Merit, TX

Average humidity in May - Merit, TX
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

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Average rainfall in May
Merit, TX

Average rainfall in May - Merit, TX
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
Merit, TX

Average rainfall days in May - Merit, TX
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Merit, TX

Average snowfall in May - Merit, TX
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Merit, TX

Average snowfall days in May - Merit, TX
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Merit, TX

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Merit, TX
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Merit, TX

Average sunshine days in May - Merit, TX
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and September (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Merit, TX

Average UV index in May - Merit, TX
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Merit, TX

Average cloud cover in May - Merit, TX
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in May
Merit, TX

Average visibility in May - Merit, TX
  • 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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