May weather forecast
Pocahontas, AR

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Weather in May

The month of May is when summer starts to knock on the doors of Pocahontas, Arkansas. The temperature rises to a high of 78.1°F (25.6°C), instilling a sense of refreshing warmth in the air. The absence of snow is filled with occasional bouts of rainfall, keeping the city's landscapes refreshing. May embodies the essence of early summer, with clear skies and sunny dispositions leading the way to a season of mirth.

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in April to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages to an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pocahontas, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pocahontas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 37.52" (953mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

In Pocahontas, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature during May is 78.1°F (25.6°C) and the low-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Pocahontas, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 4.57" (116mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

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

In Pocahontas, the average day length in May is 14h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Pocahontas?

On the first day of May in Pocahontas, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Pocahontas, AR

Average temperature in May - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average pressure in May - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average wind speed in May - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average humidity in May - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average rainfall in May - Pocahontas, 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 (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Pocahontas, AR

Average rainfall days in May - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average snowfall in May - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average snowfall days in May - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pocahontas, 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 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average sunshine days in May - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average UV index in May - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average cloud cover in May - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average visibility in May - Pocahontas, 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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