May weather forecast
Sykes, MS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Sykes, Mississippi, with an average temperature varying between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 84°F (28.9°C).

Temperature

Sykes's May weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from April's 76.8°F (24.9°C) to a still warm 84°F (28.9°C). Sykes documents a substantial shift from daytime warmth, recording an average nighttime temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) in May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Sykes is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, in Sykes, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sykes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.6 days and collects up to 36.06" (916mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 49min.
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, in Sykes, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Sykes in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Sykes, is 84°F (28.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sykes?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sykes?

In May, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sykes?

April through November are months without snowfall in Sykes, Mississippi.

How many hours of daylight does Sykes have in May?

In May, the average day length in Sykes is 13h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sykes?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sykes, Mississippi, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sykes have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Sykes?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sykes, MS

Average temperature in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average pressure in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average wind speed in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average humidity in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average rainfall in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average snowfall in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average UV index in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average visibility in May - Sykes, 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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