May weather forecast
Odessa, TX

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A striking image of a calm pond and a scenic garden park on its other side, behind the buildings of the city of Odessa in Texas
A striking image of a calm pond and a scenic garden park on its other side, behind the buildings of the city of Odessa in Texas

Weather in May

May brings the full feeling of spring to Odessa with temperatures climbing above average. Increasing daylight hours and warm temperatures build up towards the summer season. This time of the year also marks the start of the region's higher rainfall period. Prominent features of May's weather show a jump in temperatures peaking at 86.5°F (30.3°C). Additionally, with an average of 1.61" (41mm) of rain recorded, it's a good month to keep an umbrella handy.

Temperature

Odessa perceives a slight temperature ascent during May, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a warm 80.2°F (26.8°C) in April to a tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C). Odessa experiences a consistent, yet significant, drop from daily highs to a low-temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C) throughout May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). With ongoing exposure and activity, one might experience weariness, and heat cramps could ensue.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 42%.

Rainfall

In May, in Odessa, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout May, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79.5 rainfall days, and 11.81" (300mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Odessa, Texas.

Daylight

In Odessa, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of May in Odessa, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Odessa is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Odessa, Texas, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Odessa during May?

In Odessa, 86.5°F (30.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 63.9°F (17.7°C) is the average low-temperature during May. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Odessa?

The average relative humidity in May in Odessa is 42%.

How much does it rain in Odessa in May?

In Odessa, Texas, in May, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Odessa?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May in Odessa?

The average day length in May in Odessa is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Odessa?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Odessa, Texas, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Odessa?

In Odessa, Texas, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

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

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Odessa.

What is the UV index reading in May in Odessa?

In Odessa, Texas, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Odessa, TX

Average temperature in May - Odessa, TX
  • Average high temperature in May: 86.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 63.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is 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
Odessa, TX

Average pressure in May - Odessa, TX
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Odessa, TX

Average wind speed in May - Odessa, TX
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Odessa, TX

Average humidity in May - Odessa, TX
  • Average humidity in May: 42%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (37%).

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Average rainfall in May
Odessa, TX

Average rainfall in May - Odessa, TX
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in May
Odessa, TX

Average rainfall days in May - Odessa, TX
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Odessa, TX

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

The months with the highest snowfall are November and December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Odessa, TX

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.3 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
Odessa, TX

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Odessa, TX

Average sunshine days in May - Odessa, TX
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Odessa, TX

Average UV index in May - Odessa, TX
  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Odessa, TX

Average cloud cover in May - Odessa, TX
  • Average cloud cover in May: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in May
Odessa, TX

Average visibility in May - Odessa, 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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