May weather forecast
Tupelo, MS

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The scenic greenery around the old Natchez hiking trail in Tupelo, Mississippi
The scenic greenery around the old Natchez hiking trail in Tupelo, Mississippi

Weather in May

May further intensifies the heat in Tupelo, as thermometers start showing readings upwards of 80.4°F (26.9°C). This weather transformation also leads to a drop in relative humidity, creating a dry atmosphere. The rise in temperatures signals the onset of the sunbathing season, making this an ideal time for beach visits within the vicinity. As a word of caution, remember to stay hydrated to counter the heat. The rainfall experienced in May does not significantly dampen the increasingly warm and dry conditions.

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C). During May, an average low-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Tupelo, during May, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Tupelo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.4 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Tupelo, 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, in Tupelo, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Tupelo, is 80.4°F (26.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Tupelo?

In Tupelo, during May, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Tupelo?

April through October are months without snowfall in Tupelo.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tupelo have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Tupelo, MS

Average temperature in May - Tupelo, 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
Tupelo, MS

Average pressure in May - Tupelo, 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
Tupelo, MS

Average wind speed in May - Tupelo, 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
Tupelo, MS

Average humidity in May - Tupelo, 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
Tupelo, MS

Average rainfall in May - Tupelo, 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
Tupelo, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Tupelo, 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
Tupelo, MS

Average snowfall in May - Tupelo, 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
Tupelo, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Tupelo, 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
Tupelo, MS

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

Average sunshine days in May - Tupelo, 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
Tupelo, MS

Average UV index in May - Tupelo, 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
Tupelo, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Tupelo, 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
Tupelo, MS

Average visibility in May - Tupelo, 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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