May weather forecast
Princeton, MO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Princeton, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.3°F (12.4°C) and max 71.1°F (21.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Princeton experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) is observed in Princeton during May.

Humidity

In Princeton, Missouri, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Princeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.3 days and collects up to 25.43" (646mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Princeton aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.1 snowfall days, and 12.52" (318mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Princeton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Princeton, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Princeton is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Princeton in May?

In May, in Princeton, the average high-temperature is 71.1°F (21.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Princeton, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in Princeton?

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Princeton. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Princeton aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Princeton have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Princeton have in May?

In Princeton, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Princeton, MO

Average temperature in May - Princeton, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Princeton, MO

Average pressure in May - Princeton, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Princeton, MO

Average wind speed in May - Princeton, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Princeton, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Princeton, MO

Average rainfall in May - Princeton, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Princeton, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Princeton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Princeton, MO

Average snowfall in May - Princeton, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Princeton, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Princeton, 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 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Princeton, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Princeton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Princeton, MO

Average UV index in May - Princeton, 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
Princeton, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Princeton, MO

Average visibility in May - Princeton, 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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