May weather forecast
Lincoln, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Lincoln, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average high of 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Lincoln experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). May's average low-temperature reading in Lincoln settles at a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Lincoln, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.4 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lincoln, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 74.1°F (23.4°C) and the low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Lincoln is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Lincoln, in May, during 17.5 rainfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

When is 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 reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Lincoln, MO

Average temperature in May - Lincoln, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.1°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Lincoln, MO

Average pressure in May - Lincoln, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lincoln, MO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Lincoln, MO

Average humidity in May - Lincoln, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Lincoln, MO

Average rainfall in May - Lincoln, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Lincoln, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Lincoln, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lincoln, MO

Average snowfall in May - Lincoln, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lincoln, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lincoln, MO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lincoln, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Lincoln, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Lincoln, MO

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

Average cloud cover in May
Lincoln, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Lincoln, MO

Average visibility in May - Lincoln, 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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