May weather forecast
Golden, MS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Golden, Mississippi, with an average temperature varying between 60.3°F (15.7°C) and 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

In Golden, the onset of May comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from April's pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) to a warm 79.7°F (26.5°C). In the month of May, an average of 60.3°F (15.7°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout May, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.7 rainfall days, and 40.24" (1022mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Golden, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Golden, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Golden, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

In Golden, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. 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. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Golden, the average high-temperature is 79.7°F (26.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°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 Golden, in May, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Golden, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Golden have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Golden have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Golden, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.7°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 (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Golden, MS

Average pressure in May - Golden, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Golden, MS

Average wind speed in May - Golden, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Golden, MS

Average humidity in May - Golden, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Golden, MS

Average rainfall in May - Golden, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Golden, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Golden, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Golden, MS

Average snowfall in May - Golden, MS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Golden, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Golden, MS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Golden, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Golden, MS
  • 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: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Golden, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Golden, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Golden, MS

Average UV index in May - Golden, MS
  • 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
Golden, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Golden, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Golden, MS

Average visibility in May - Golden, MS
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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