May weather forecast
Helena, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Helena, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Helena's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C) to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). Helena's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Helena is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Helena. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Helena aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Helena is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of May in Helena, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Helena in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Helena, is 72.1°F (22.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Helena?

In Helena, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Helena?

The month with the most rainfall in Helena is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Helena in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Helena?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Helena. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Helena aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Helena have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Helena?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Helena, Missouri, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Helena have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Helena is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Helena?

In Helena, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Helena, MO

Average temperature in May - Helena, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Helena, MO

Average pressure in May - Helena, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Helena, MO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Helena, MO

Average humidity in May - Helena, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Helena, MO

Average rainfall in May - Helena, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Helena, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Helena, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Helena, MO

Average snowfall in May - Helena, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Helena, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Helena, 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: 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Helena, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Helena, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Helena, MO

Average UV index in May - Helena, 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
Helena, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Helena, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Helena, MO

Average visibility in May - Helena, 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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