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
As May begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 76.8°F (24.9°C) in April to a still warm 84°F (28.9°C). In the month of May, Sels Prairie witnesses a marked temperature drop at night, averaging a low of 62.4°F (16.9°C).Heat index
In May, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of 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 particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In May, in Sels Prairie, Mississippi, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sels Prairie, there are 165.6 rainfall days, and 36.06" (916mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 48min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Sels Prairie is 9.7h.UV index
In Sels Prairie, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average high temperature in May: 84°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.4°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Sels Prairie, 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
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average rainfall in May: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").
Average rainfall days in May
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (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
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Sels Prairie, MS
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
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