May weather forecast
Jackson, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Jackson, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C). Jackson's nights in May experience an average temperature drop to a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Jackson, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 34.41" (874mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Jackson is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Jackson, records 75.9°F (24.4°C), while the low-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Jackson, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Jackson, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Jackson have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Jackson have in May?

In Jackson, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What are the months 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?

In Jackson, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Jackson, MO

Average temperature in May - Jackson, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Jackson, MO

Average pressure in May - Jackson, 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
Jackson, MO

Average wind speed in May - Jackson, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Jackson, MO

Average humidity in May - Jackson, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Jackson, MO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Jackson, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Jackson, 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 (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Jackson, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Jackson, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Jackson, MO

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Jackson, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Jackson, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Jackson, MO

Average UV index in May - Jackson, 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
Jackson, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Jackson, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Jackson, MO

Average visibility in May - Jackson, 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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