May weather forecast
Hector, AR

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Hector, Arkansas, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.6°F (14.8°C) and max 78.8°F (26°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C). During May, Hector observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.4 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Hector.

Daylight

In Hector, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Hector, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Hector is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Hector, is 78.8°F (26°C), while the low-temperature averages to 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Hector?

The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.4 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Hector, in May, during 15.4 rainfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Hector, snow does not fall in April through November.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Hector is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hector, AR

Average temperature in May - Hector, AR
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Hector, AR

Average pressure in May - Hector, AR
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Hector, AR

Average wind speed in May - Hector, AR
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Hector, AR

Average humidity in May - Hector, AR
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Hector, AR

Average rainfall in May - Hector, AR
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Hector, AR

Average rainfall days in May - Hector, AR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hector, AR

Average snowfall in May - Hector, AR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hector, AR

Average snowfall days in May - Hector, AR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hector, AR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hector, AR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Hector, AR

Average sunshine days in May - Hector, AR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Hector, AR

Average UV index in May - Hector, AR
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Hector, AR

Average cloud cover in May - Hector, AR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Hector, AR

Average visibility in May - Hector, AR
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April and May (5mi).

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