May weather forecast
West Alton, MO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in West Alton, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.1°F (23.4°C) and min 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, West Alton's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from April's comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C) to a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). Throughout the month of May, the average temperature in West Alton dips to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In West Alton, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In West Alton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in West Alton, is 74.1°F (23.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In West Alton, Missouri, in May, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Alton have in May?

In West Alton, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In West Alton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
West Alton, MO

Average temperature in May - West Alton, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in May
West Alton, MO

Average pressure in May - West Alton, 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
West Alton, MO

Average wind speed in May - West Alton, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
West Alton, MO

Average humidity in May - West Alton, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
West Alton, MO

Average rainfall in May - West Alton, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
West Alton, MO

Average rainfall days in May - West Alton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Alton, MO

Average snowfall in May - West Alton, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Alton, MO

Average snowfall days in May - West Alton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
West Alton, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Alton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Alton, MO

Average sunshine days in May - West Alton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in May
West Alton, MO

Average UV index in May - West Alton, 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
West Alton, MO

Average cloud cover in May - West Alton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
West Alton, MO

Average visibility in May - West Alton, 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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