Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 73.6°F (23.1°C) in April to a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C). Smithton experiences an average low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) in month of May.Heat index
In May, the heat index is computed to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Remaining active during long-lasting exposure could cause fatigue, leading to heat cramps.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Smithton, during May, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Smithton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.2 days and collects up to 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through December are months without snowfall in Smithton.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 56min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Smithton, the average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
In Smithton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average 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's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Smithton, AR
- Average high temperature in May: 81.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Smithton, 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
Smithton, AR
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Smithton, AR
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Smithton, AR
- Average rainfall in May: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").
Average rainfall days in May
Smithton, AR
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Smithton, AR
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Smithton, AR
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Smithton, AR
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
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: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Smithton, AR
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Smithton, 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 December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Smithton, AR
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
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 28).
Average visibility in May
Smithton, 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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