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
The average high-temperature mildly increases in May, edging from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C). Mound City, in May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C).Heat index
The average heat index in May is appraised at a tropical 86°F (30°C). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In Mound City, in May, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mound City, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Mound City, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Mound City is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Mound City, MS
- Average high temperature in May: 81.1°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 (50.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Mound City, MS
- Average pressure in May: 29.97"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
Mound City, MS
- Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Mound City, MS
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in May
Mound City, MS
- Average rainfall in May: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").
Average rainfall days in May
Mound City, MS
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Mound City, MS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Mound City, 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
Mound City, MS
- 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: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Mound City, MS
- Average sunshine days in May: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Mound City, 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, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Mound City, MS
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Mound City, 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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