May weather forecast
Essex, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Essex, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between max 76.8°F (24.9°C) and min 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

Essex's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C). Essex experiences an average low-temperature reading of 60.4°F (15.8°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Essex, Missouri, is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Essex is May, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Essex, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Essex, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 9min.
On the first day of May in Essex, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Essex, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Essex. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 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. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Essex in May?

During May, Essex experiences an average high-temperature of 76.8°F (24.9°C) and a low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Essex?

In Essex, Missouri, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Essex?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Essex in May?

In Essex, Missouri, in May, during 12 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Essex?

In Essex, Missouri, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Essex have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Essex?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Essex, Missouri, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Essex?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Essex, Missouri, is 9.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Essex?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Essex?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Essex, MO

Average temperature in May - Essex, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Essex, MO

Average pressure in May - Essex, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Essex, MO

Average wind speed in May - Essex, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Essex, MO

Average humidity in May - Essex, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Essex, MO

Average rainfall in May - Essex, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Essex, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Essex, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Essex, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Essex, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Essex, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Essex, MO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Essex, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Essex, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Essex, MO

Average UV index in May - Essex, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Essex, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Essex, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Essex, MO

Average visibility in May - Essex, 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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