May weather forecast
Durham, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Durham, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55°F (12.8°C) and an average high of 71.8°F (22.1°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C) to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). An average temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Durham. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

In Durham, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Durham in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 71.8°F (22.1°C) and 55°F (12.8°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May through July, 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 wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Durham, Missouri, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Durham, the average day length in May is 14h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Durham have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Durham, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Durham, MO

Average temperature in May - Durham, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Durham, MO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Durham, MO

Average wind speed in May - Durham, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Durham, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Durham, MO

Average rainfall in May - Durham, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
Durham, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Durham, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Durham, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Durham, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Durham, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Durham, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Durham, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Durham, MO

Average UV index in May - Durham, 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
Durham, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Durham, MO

Average visibility in May - Durham, 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).

Durham, Missouri, USA

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