May weather forecast
Mount Pleasant, MS

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

With the onset of May, Mount Pleasant's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C). In May, the temperature in Mount Pleasant drops to an average of 61.3°F (16.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Mount Pleasant is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mount Pleasant, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation. In Mount Pleasant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 40.71" (1034mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mount Pleasant, Mississippi, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Mount Pleasant is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Mount Pleasant, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Mount Pleasant is 9.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Pleasant is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting 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 Mount Pleasant in May?

In May, in Mount Pleasant, the average high-temperature is 78.8°F (26°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Mount Pleasant?

The average relative humidity in May in Mount Pleasant, Mississippi, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Mount Pleasant in May?

In May, in Mount Pleasant, Mississippi, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mount Pleasant?

In Mount Pleasant, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Pleasant have in May?

In May, the average day length in Mount Pleasant, Mississippi, is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Mount Pleasant?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Pleasant have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Mount Pleasant is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in May in Mount Pleasant?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Mount Pleasant is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average temperature in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average pressure in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average wind speed in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average humidity in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average rainfall in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average snowfall in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average UV index in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, MS

Average visibility in May - Mount Pleasant, 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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