May weather forecast
Platte Woods, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Platte Woods, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between min 55.9°F (13.3°C) and max 72.5°F (22.5°C).

Temperature

In Platte Woods, the average high-temperature in May slightly rises, from a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) in April, to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). Platte Woods reports a consistent average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) throughout May nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Platte Woods. Rain falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Platte Woods aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.2 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Platte Woods, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Platte Woods, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Platte Woods in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Platte Woods, is 72.5°F (22.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Platte Woods, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Platte Woods aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Platte Woods have in May?

In Platte Woods, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Platte Woods have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Platte Woods, MO

Average temperature in May - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°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 (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Platte Woods, MO

Average pressure in May - Platte Woods, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Platte Woods, MO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Platte Woods, MO

Average humidity in May - Platte Woods, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Platte Woods, MO

Average rainfall in May - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Platte Woods, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Platte Woods, MO

Average snowfall in May - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Platte Woods, MO

Average snowfall days in May - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 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
Platte Woods, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Platte Woods, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Platte Woods, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Platte Woods, MO

Average UV index in May - Platte Woods, 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
Platte Woods, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Platte Woods, 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 25).

Average visibility in May
Platte Woods, MO

Average visibility in May - Platte Woods, 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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