May weather forecast
Cairo, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Cairo, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.7°F (22.6°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

The start of May is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) in April to an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C). Cairo's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through August are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Cairo, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Cairo, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cairo, records 72.7°F (22.6°C), while the low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Cairo, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Cairo, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Cairo, Missouri, snow does not fall in May through August.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cairo have in May?

In May, the average day length in Cairo, Missouri, is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cairo have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Cairo, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cairo, MO

Average temperature in May - Cairo, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Cairo, MO

Average pressure in May - Cairo, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cairo, MO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Cairo, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Cairo, MO

Average rainfall in May - Cairo, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
Cairo, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Cairo, 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 (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cairo, MO

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

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

Average snowfall days in May
Cairo, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cairo, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Cairo, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Cairo, MO

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Cairo, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Cairo, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Cairo, MO

Average visibility in May - Cairo, 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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