May weather forecast
La Plata, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in La Plata, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 70.9°F (21.6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) in April to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). The mean low-temperature during May nights is a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In La Plata, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In La Plata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.8 days and collects up to 19.53" (496mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In La Plata, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in La Plata in May?

In May, in La Plata, the average high-temperature is 70.9°F (21.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in La Plata?

In La Plata, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in La Plata in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in La Plata?

May through September are months without snowfall in La Plata.

Does it snow in La Plata in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does La Plata have in May?

In La Plata, Missouri, the average day length in May is 14h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in La Plata?

On the first day of May in La Plata, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in La Plata?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in La Plata?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in La Plata is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
La Plata, MO

Average temperature in May - La Plata, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in May
La Plata, MO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
La Plata, MO

Average wind speed in May - La Plata, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
La Plata, MO

Average humidity in May - La Plata, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
La Plata, MO

Average rainfall in May - La Plata, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
La Plata, MO

Average rainfall days in May - La Plata, 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 (5 days).

Average snowfall in May
La Plata, MO

Average snowfall in May - La Plata, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
La Plata, MO

Average snowfall days in May - La Plata, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
La Plata, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - La Plata, 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
La Plata, MO

Average sunshine days in May - La Plata, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
La Plata, MO

Average UV index in May - La Plata, 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
La Plata, MO

Average cloud cover in May - La Plata, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
La Plata, MO

Average visibility in May - La Plata, 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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