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
Entering May, Thayer notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's 76.5°F (24.7°C) to a still warm 83.7°F (28.7°C). Thayer's temperature in May lowers to a consistent average of 63.1°F (17.3°C) during the nights.Heat index
The heat index in May is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Thayer is 76%.Rainfall
In Thayer, in May, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.1 rainfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Thayer, snow does not fall in March through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Thayer is 13h and 46min.On the first day of May in Thayer, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Thayer is 9.7h.UV index
In Thayer, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Average temperature in May
Thayer, MS
- Average high temperature in May: 83.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 63.1°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Thayer, 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
Thayer, MS
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Thayer, MS
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Thayer, MS
- Average rainfall in May: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Thayer, MS
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Thayer, MS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Thayer, MS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Thayer, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Thayer, MS
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Thayer, MS
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Thayer, MS
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Thayer, MS
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
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