May weather forecast
Palmetto, MS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Palmetto, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 80.4°F (26.9°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) to a warm 80.4°F (26.9°C). The average low-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) is witnessed during May.

Humidity

In Palmetto, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Palmetto, in May, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palmetto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.4 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Palmetto, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Palmetto, in May, the average high-temperature is 80.4°F (26.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Palmetto in May?

In Palmetto, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Palmetto have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmetto have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Palmetto, MS

Average temperature in May - Palmetto, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.4°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 (49.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Palmetto, MS

Average pressure in May - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, MS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Palmetto, MS

Average humidity in May - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, MS

Average rainfall in May - Palmetto, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Palmetto, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Palmetto, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Palmetto, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Palmetto, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Palmetto, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palmetto, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Palmetto, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Palmetto, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Palmetto, MS

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Palmetto, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Palmetto, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Palmetto, MS

Average visibility in May - Palmetto, 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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