May weather forecast
Missouri, USA

May in Missouri is characterized by a continued warming trend and increased humidity, as the state transitions from spring to the early hints of summer. The minimum temperature during this month ranges from 50°F (10°C) to 60°F (15.6°C), and the maximum temperature averages between 70°F (21.1°C) to 80°F (26.7°C). These warmer temperatures signify a departure from the cooler spring months, moving towards the hot and humid conditions of summer.

Rain continues to be a prominent feature in May, with thunderstorms occurring frequently. While April is considered part of the wettest period, May often sustains this pattern, contributing to the lush and fertile landscape across Missouri. The Bootheel region in the southeastern part of the state may experience heavier rainfall, aligning with its humid subtropical climate.

Sunshine becomes more prevalent in May, offering a pleasant balance to the frequent rain showers. This blend of sun and moisture aids in the growth of diverse flora and fauna, making the state's landscapes particularly vibrant and attractive.

The shift from the moderate temperatures of April to the warmer conditions in May is tangible, offering residents and visitors the opportunity to engage in various outdoor activities. May stands as a transitional month, bridging the gap between the refreshing renewal of spring and the impending heat and vitality of summer in Missouri.

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• Kansas City - May »
  Throughout the year, in Kansas City, there are 90.8 rainfall days, and 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation is accumulated. On the first day of May in Kansas City, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:11 pm.
• St. Louis - May »
  Louis, during May, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation. Louis is May, when the rain falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation.
• Springfield - May »
  In Springfield in May, during 18.5 rainfall days, 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. May is the last month it regularly snows in Springfield, Missouri.
• Columbia - May »
  With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month in Columbia, Missouri. In Columbia in May, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Independence - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Independence is May, when the rain falls for 17.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation. The most humid month in Independence is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.
• Lee's Summit - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Lee's Summit is May, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Lee's Summit sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.
• O'Fallon - May »
  In May, in O'Fallon the rain falls for 15.7 days. With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month in O'Fallon.
• Blue Springs - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Blue Springs is May, when the rain falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation. In Blue Springs in May, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 4.13" (105mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Florissant - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Florissant is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Florissant is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.
• Joplin - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Joplin is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of precipitation. In Joplin in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 5.04" (128mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Chesterfield - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Chesterfield is May, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. May is the most humid month in Chesterfield with an average relative humidity of 78%.
• Jefferson City - May »
  With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month in Jefferson City, Missouri. In Jefferson City, Missouri, in May, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.