May weather forecast
Palmyra, MO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Palmyra, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 72.7°F (22.6°C) and min 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

Palmyra's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C) to a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C). In May, the recorded average low-temperature is a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Palmyra, 72.7°F (22.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.4°F (13°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What are the most humid months?

May through July, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Palmyra?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Palmyra, in May, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Palmyra, snow does not fall in May through October.

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 Palmyra have in May?

In Palmyra, the average day length in May is 14h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmyra have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Palmyra?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Palmyra, MO

Average temperature in May - Palmyra, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in May
Palmyra, MO

Average pressure in May - Palmyra, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Palmyra, MO

Average wind speed in May - Palmyra, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Palmyra, MO

Average humidity in May - Palmyra, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Palmyra, MO

Average rainfall in May - Palmyra, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Palmyra, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Palmyra, 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 (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Palmyra, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Palmyra, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
Palmyra, MO

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Palmyra, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Palmyra, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Palmyra, MO

Average UV index in May - Palmyra, 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
Palmyra, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Palmyra, MO

Average visibility in May - Palmyra, 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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