May weather forecast
Paris, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Paris, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 72.9°F (22.7°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C) in April to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). In Paris, an average temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) is noted during May nights.

Humidity

May through July, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Paris, Missouri.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, in Paris, the average high-temperature is 72.9°F (22.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C).

What are the most humid months?

May through July, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Paris?

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

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Paris, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Paris?

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

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Paris, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Paris, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Paris, MO

Average temperature in May - Paris, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Paris, MO

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

Average wind speed in May
Paris, MO

Average wind speed in May - Paris, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Paris, MO

Average humidity in May - Paris, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Paris, MO

Average rainfall in May - Paris, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Paris, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Paris, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Paris, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Paris, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 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
Paris, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paris, 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 0min

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
Paris, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Paris, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Paris, MO

Average UV index in May - Paris, 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
Paris, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Paris, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Paris, MO

Average visibility in May - Paris, 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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