May weather forecast
Cleveland, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Cleveland, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and an average low of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

May sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C) in April to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, May is the most humid month in Cleveland.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Cleveland. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cleveland, Missouri, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Cleveland. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Cleveland aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Cleveland, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.1 days and aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Cleveland is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Cleveland?

May temperatures in Cleveland vary between a high-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and a low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Cleveland?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, May is the most humid month in Cleveland.

What is the average humidity in May in Cleveland?

The average relative humidity in May in Cleveland is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Cleveland?

The month with the most rainfall in Cleveland is May, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cleveland in May?

In Cleveland, Missouri, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Cleveland?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Cleveland. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Cleveland aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Cleveland?

The average day length in May in Cleveland is 14h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cleveland?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cleveland, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cleveland?

In Cleveland, Missouri, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Cleveland?

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

Average temperature in May - Cleveland, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Cleveland, MO

Average pressure in May - Cleveland, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cleveland, MO

Average wind speed in May - Cleveland, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Cleveland, MO

Average humidity in May - Cleveland, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

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

Average rainfall in May
Cleveland, MO

Average rainfall in May - Cleveland, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Cleveland, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Cleveland, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cleveland, MO

Average snowfall in May - Cleveland, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cleveland, MO

Average snowfall days in May - Cleveland, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cleveland, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Cleveland, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Cleveland, MO

Average UV index in May - Cleveland, 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
Cleveland, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Cleveland, MO

Average visibility in May - Cleveland, 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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