May weather forecast
Myrtle, MS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Myrtle, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61°F (16.1°C) and an average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

May brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's pleasant 72°F (22.2°C) to a warm 80.2°F (26.8°C). Myrtle experiences an average low-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout May, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Myrtle, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

In Myrtle, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Myrtle?

Myrtle in May has an average high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Myrtle, in May, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Myrtle, snow does not fall in March through December.

How many hours of daylight does Myrtle have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Myrtle, MS

Average temperature in May - Myrtle, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Myrtle, MS

Average pressure in May - Myrtle, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Myrtle, MS

Average wind speed in May - Myrtle, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Myrtle, MS

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Myrtle, MS

Average rainfall in May - Myrtle, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Myrtle, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Myrtle, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Myrtle, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Myrtle, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Myrtle, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Myrtle, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Myrtle, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Myrtle, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Myrtle, MS

Average UV index in May - Myrtle, 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
Myrtle, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Myrtle, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Myrtle, MS

Average visibility in May - Myrtle, MS
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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