May weather forecast
Bella Vista, AR

Share

Weather in May

May jumps headfirst into the summer season, leaving the springtime weather of April far behind. A rapid transformation occurs as temperatures escalate and rainfall mounts to 4.41" (112mm). The patios and sidewalks simmer under the summer sun, bidding adieu to the cool breeze of spring. Bella Vista in May reverberates with the echoes of Summer, as the city wakes up to the calls of cicadas and basks in the long daylight hours.

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C) in April to a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). During May, Bella Vista records an average temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bella Vista, Arkansas, are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bella Vista aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Bella Vista, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.3 days and aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bella Vista, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bella Vista. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, in Bella Vista, the average high-temperature is 76.3°F (24.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Bella Vista, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bella Vista aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bella Vista have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bella Vista, Arkansas, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bella Vista have in May?

In Bella Vista, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May in Bella Vista?

In Bella Vista, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average temperature in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average pressure in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • 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
Bella Vista, AR

Average wind speed in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average humidity in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average rainfall in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.41"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average rainfall days in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average snowfall in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average snowfall days in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average sunshine days in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average UV index in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average cloud cover in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Bella Vista, AR

Average visibility in May - Bella Vista, AR
  • 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).

Bella Vista, Arkansas, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location