May weather forecast
Plata, AR

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Plata, Arkansas, with an average temperature ranging between min 59.4°F (15.2°C) and max 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). During May, Plata sees a mean low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Plata, Arkansas, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Plata, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature during May is 78.4°F (25.8°C) and the low-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Plata, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout May, 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

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

The average day length in May is 13h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plata have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Plata, AR
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Plata, AR

Average pressure in May - Plata, 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
Plata, AR

Average wind speed in May - Plata, AR
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Plata, AR

Average humidity in May - Plata, AR
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Plata, AR

Average rainfall in May - Plata, AR
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").

Average rainfall days in May
Plata, AR

Average rainfall days in May - Plata, AR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Plata, AR

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Plata, AR

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Plata, AR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Plata, AR

Average sunshine days in May - Plata, AR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Plata, AR

Average UV index in May - Plata, 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
Plata, AR

Average cloud cover in May - Plata, AR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Plata, AR

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

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

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