May weather forecast
University City, MO

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Weather in May

May marks the onset of summer's warmth in University City, although temperatures remain comfortable. The average high temperature hits 74.8°F (23.8°C), a considerable leap from April's mild weather. This period witnesses a surge in daylight hours, making outdoor activities and ventures more enjoyable. The city basks in the gentle warmth, promises of a more intense summer heat baking under the Missourian sky starts to emerge. Despite this, the city gets drenched receiving about 3.58" (91mm) of rainfall indicating that May is a relatively wet month.

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). During the nights in May, the temperature in University City averages to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in University City is May, when the rain falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In University City, Missouri, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In University City, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.9 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In University City, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In University City, Missouri, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does University City have in May?

In University City, the average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in University City, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In University City, Missouri, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index in University City are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
University City, MO

Average temperature in May - University City, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
University City, MO

Average pressure in May - University City, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
University City, MO

Average wind speed in May - University City, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
University City, MO

Average humidity in May - University City, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
University City, MO

Average rainfall in May - University City, 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 February (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
University City, MO

Average rainfall days in May - University City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
University City, MO

Average snowfall in May - University City, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
University City, MO

Average snowfall days in May - University City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
University City, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - University City, MO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
University City, MO

Average sunshine days in May - University City, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
University City, MO

Average UV index in May - University City, MO
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
University City, MO

Average cloud cover in May - University City, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
University City, MO

Average visibility in May - University City, 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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