May weather forecast
Lamar, MS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Lamar, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 78.8°F (26°C).

Temperature

As Lamar welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C). The low-temperature average for Lamar during May stands at a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Lamar, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 40.71" (1034mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 78.8°F (26°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Lamar?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lamar, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lamar?

The average sunshine duration in May in Lamar is 9.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lamar, MS

Average temperature in May - Lamar, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Lamar, MS

Average pressure in May - Lamar, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lamar, MS

Average wind speed in May - Lamar, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Lamar, MS

Average humidity in May - Lamar, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Lamar, MS

Average rainfall in May - Lamar, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Lamar, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Lamar, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lamar, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lamar, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lamar, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lamar, MS
  • 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lamar, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Lamar, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Lamar, MS

Average UV index in May - Lamar, MS
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Lamar, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Lamar, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Lamar, MS

Average visibility in May - Lamar, MS
  • 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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