May weather forecast
Des Peres, MO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Des Peres, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C) to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). May in Des Peres witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Des Peres.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, in Des Peres, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Des Peres is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Des Peres, Missouri, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Des Peres, in May, the average high-temperature is 74.8°F (23.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Des Peres?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout May, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Des Peres, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Des Peres?

In Des Peres, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in May
Des Peres, MO

Average temperature in May - Des Peres, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Des Peres, MO

Average pressure in May - Des Peres, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Des Peres, MO

Average wind speed in May - Des Peres, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Des Peres, MO

Average humidity in May - Des Peres, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Des Peres, MO

Average rainfall in May - Des Peres, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Des Peres, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Des Peres, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Des Peres, MO

Average snowfall in May - Des Peres, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Des Peres, MO

Average snowfall days in May - Des Peres, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Des Peres, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Des Peres, 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: 9h and 3min

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: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Des Peres, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Des Peres, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Des Peres, MO

Average UV index in May - Des Peres, 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
Des Peres, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Des Peres, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Des Peres, MO

Average visibility in May - Des Peres, 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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