May weather forecast
Tunica, MS

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Weather in May

May inaugurates the pre-summer heat in Tunica with temperatures rising to a comfortable range, peaking at 79.7°F (26.5°C). The spring bloom is undeniable in Tunica, with the annual garden tours showcasing the best of the city’s green spaces. The rising UV index in May implies the necessity for sufficient protection from the sun. Frequent rainfall ensures the city remains well-hydrated, reinforcing the growth of flora. With its extended sunlight hours and decreasing cloud cover, May carries the fresh scent of summer into Tunica.

Temperature

A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks May, adjusting from April's agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C) to a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). Throughout May, Tunica registers a consistent average low-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout May, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tunica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 43.35" (1101mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Tunica?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout May, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Tunica, Mississippi, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Tunica have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tunica have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Tunica is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tunica, MS

Average temperature in May - Tunica, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Tunica, MS

Average pressure in May - Tunica, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tunica, MS

Average wind speed in May - Tunica, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Tunica, MS

Average humidity in May - Tunica, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Tunica, MS

Average rainfall in May - Tunica, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Tunica, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Tunica, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tunica, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tunica, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 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
Tunica, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tunica, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tunica, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Tunica, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Tunica, MS

Average UV index in May - Tunica, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Tunica, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Tunica, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Tunica, MS

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

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

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