May weather forecast
Chapel Hill, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Chapel Hill, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.7°F (22.6°C) and an average low of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) in April to a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C). In Chapel Hill, the May nights cool down to an average low of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Chapel Hill aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.8 snowfall days, and 8.07" (205mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:35 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature, in May, in Chapel Hill, is 72.7°F (22.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Chapel Hill, Missouri, during May, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Chapel Hill aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chapel Hill have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Chapel Hill?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:35 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chapel Hill have in May?

In Chapel Hill, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Chapel Hill, MO

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average pressure in May - Chapel Hill, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average wind speed in May - Chapel Hill, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average humidity in May - Chapel Hill, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

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

Average rainfall in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average rainfall in May - Chapel Hill, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Chapel Hill, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average snowfall in May - Chapel Hill, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average snowfall days in May - Chapel Hill, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chapel Hill, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Chapel Hill, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average UV index in May - Chapel Hill, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Chapel Hill, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Chapel Hill, MO

Average visibility in May - Chapel Hill, 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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