May weather forecast
Russell, AR

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Russell, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C) in April to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). In May, the temperature drops to an average of 61.5°F (16.4°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.4 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Russell, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

Russell in May has an average high-temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Russell. Rain falls for 14.4 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Russell, during May, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Russell have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.5°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 (32.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Russell, AR

Average pressure in May - Russell, 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
Russell, AR

Average wind speed in May - Russell, AR
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Russell, AR

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Russell, AR

Average rainfall in May - Russell, AR
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
Russell, AR

Average rainfall days in May - Russell, AR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Russell, AR

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Russell, AR

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
Russell, AR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Russell, 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: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Russell, AR

Average sunshine days in May - Russell, AR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Russell, AR

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Russell, AR

Average cloud cover in May - Russell, AR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

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

Average visibility in May
Russell, AR

Average visibility in May - Russell, 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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