May weather forecast
Light, AR

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Weather in May

May brings a noticeable increase in warmth to Light, with temperatures often hovering between 78.1°F (25.6°C) in the daylight to 61.2°F (16.2°C) at night. With the advent of late spring and early summer, local flora blossoms in full swing, painting the town in a multitude of colors. Increased hours of sunlight coupled with declining rainfall make May inviting for outdoor enthusiasts. More sunlight hours also mean less cloud cover, allowing uninterrupted views of the blue skies overhead. Wind speeds subside a bit, leading to more delightful and less breezy days.

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). During May, Light experiences an average low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Light, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation. In Light, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 37.91" (963mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Light, snow does not fall in April through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Light is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Light in May has an average high-temperature of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Light, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Light, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Light have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:14 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Light, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Light, AR

Average temperature in May - Light, AR
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Light, AR

Average pressure in May - Light, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Light, AR

Average wind speed in May - Light, AR
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Light, AR

Average humidity in May - Light, AR
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Light, AR

Average rainfall in May - Light, AR
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
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Average rainfall days in May - Light, AR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Light, AR

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Light, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Light, AR

Average sunshine days in May - Light, AR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Light, AR

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Light, AR

Average cloud cover in May - Light, AR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Light, AR

Average visibility in May - Light, 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).

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