May weather forecast
Albany, MO

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Weather in May

By May, residents of Albany are experiencing weather conditions indicative of the spring-summer transition. The landscapes are lush, and the city is bathed in over 14 hours of daylight every day. Unsurprisingly, the temperature rises yet again, reaching an average high of 70.9°F (21.6°C), and the winter months seem a distant memory. Rainfall, however, remains prevalent, reaching its yearly peak. With June's arrival, residents look forward to the full swing of summer.

Temperature

May witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). Albany records a steady low-temperature average of 54.3°F (12.4°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Albany, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Albany aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Albany, there are 26.9 snowfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Albany, Missouri, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In Albany, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

During May, Albany experiences an average high-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C) and a low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Albany is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Albany, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Albany aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Albany have in May?

In Albany, the average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Albany have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Albany?

In Albany, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Albany, MO

Average temperature in May - Albany, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Albany, MO

Average pressure in May - Albany, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Albany, MO

Average wind speed in May - Albany, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Albany, MO

Average humidity in May - Albany, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Albany, MO

Average rainfall in May - Albany, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Albany, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Albany, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Albany, MO

Average snowfall in May - Albany, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Albany, MO

Average snowfall days in May - Albany, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Albany, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Albany, MO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Albany, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Albany, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Albany, MO

Average UV index in May - Albany, MO
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Albany, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Albany, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Albany, MO

Average visibility in May - Albany, MO
  • 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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