May weather forecast
Leland, MS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Leland, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 81.9°F (27.7°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, adjusting from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) is experienced in Leland.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a tropical 86°F (30°C). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Leland, during May, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Leland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.3 days and collects up to 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Leland.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Leland is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Leland is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Leland in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 81.9°F (27.7°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Leland?

In May, the average relative humidity in Leland is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May in Leland?

In Leland, Mississippi, in May, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Leland?

In Leland, Mississippi, snow does not fall in March through December.

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

In May, the average day length in Leland, Mississippi, is 13h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Leland?

On the first day of May in Leland, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Leland?

The average sunshine duration in May in Leland is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Leland?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Leland, Mississippi, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Leland, MS

Average temperature in May - Leland, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 65.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Leland, MS

Average pressure in May - Leland, 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
Leland, MS

Average wind speed in May - Leland, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Leland, MS

Average humidity in May - Leland, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Leland, MS

Average rainfall in May - Leland, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Leland, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Leland, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Leland, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Leland, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 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
Leland, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Leland, MS
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Leland, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Leland, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Leland, MS

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Leland, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Leland, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Leland, MS

Average visibility in May - Leland, 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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