May weather forecast
Memphis, MO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Memphis, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.9°F (21.6°C) and an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

As Memphis transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). Memphis witnesses an average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Memphis, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Memphis, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:32 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Memphis?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Memphis, is 70.9°F (21.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Memphis, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Memphis?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Memphis have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Memphis, MO

Average temperature in May - Memphis, 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 (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°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 (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Memphis, MO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Memphis, MO

Average wind speed in May - Memphis, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Memphis, MO

Average humidity in May - Memphis, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Memphis, MO

Average rainfall in May - Memphis, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
Memphis, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Memphis, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Memphis, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Memphis, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Memphis, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Memphis, 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 18min).

  • 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: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Memphis, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Memphis, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Memphis, MO

Average UV index in May - Memphis, 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
Memphis, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Memphis, MO

Average visibility in May - Memphis, 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).

Memphis, Missouri, USA

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