Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during May adjusts from April's refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C) to an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) throughout May.Humidity
May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October through December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.8 snowfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Lexington, Missouri, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:35 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Lexington, MO
- Average high temperature in May: 72.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Lexington, MO
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Lexington, MO
- Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Lexington, MO
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Lexington, MO
- Average rainfall in May: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Lexington, MO
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Lexington, MO
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Lexington, MO
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lexington, MO
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Lexington, MO
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Lexington, 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
Lexington, MO
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Lexington, 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).
Lexington, Missouri, USA
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