May weather forecast
Benton, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Benton, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 59°F (15°C) and 76.3°F (24.6°C).

Temperature

As Benton welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in April to a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). May nights in Benton cool down to an average low-temperature of 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Benton are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Benton, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation. In Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Benton, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Benton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, in Benton, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Benton is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Benton in May?

In Benton, 76.3°F (24.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 59°F (15°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the most humid month in Benton?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Benton.

What is the average humidity in May in Benton?

In May, the average relative humidity in Benton, Missouri, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Benton?

In Benton, Missouri, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Benton?

In Benton, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Benton in May?

In May, in Benton, Missouri, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Benton have in May?

In Benton, Missouri, the average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Benton?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Benton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Benton, Missouri, is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Benton?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May in Benton?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Benton, MO

Average temperature in May - Benton, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Benton, MO

Average pressure in May - Benton, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Benton, MO

Average wind speed in May - Benton, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Benton, MO

Average humidity in May - Benton, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Benton, MO

Average rainfall in May - Benton, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Benton, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Benton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Benton, MO

Average snowfall in May - Benton, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Benton, MO

Average snowfall days in May - Benton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Benton, MO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Benton, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Benton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Benton, MO

Average UV index in May - Benton, MO
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Benton, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Benton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Benton, MO

Average visibility in May - Benton, 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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