May weather forecast
Union Church, MS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Union Church, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between min 63.5°F (17.5°C) and max 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Temperature

Union Church's weather in May presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in April to a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C). Union Church's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Union Church, Mississippi, is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout May, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Union Church, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Union Church, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

In Union Church, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Union Church, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Union Church in May?

In Union Church, in May, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Union Church?

In Union Church, snow does not fall in March through November.

How many hours of daylight does Union Church have in May?

In Union Church, the average day length in May is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Union Church is 9.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Union Church, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Union Church, MS

Average pressure in May - Union Church, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"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
Union Church, MS

Average wind speed in May - Union Church, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Union Church, MS

Average humidity in May - Union Church, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Union Church, MS

Average rainfall in May - Union Church, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Union Church, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Union Church, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Union Church, MS

Average snowfall in May - Union Church, MS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Union Church, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Union Church, MS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Union Church, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Union Church, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Union Church, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Union Church, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Union Church, MS

Average UV index in May - Union Church, 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
Union Church, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Union Church, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Union Church, MS

Average visibility in May - Union Church, MS
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).

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