May weather forecast
Durant, OK

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Weather in May

May in Durant, Oklahoma is characterized by a marked increase in temperatures and peak humidity, signifying the onset of the summer season. Significantly, May presents the highest rainfall volume of the year, recording a substantial 4.25" (108mm) across the city. As flowers bloom and schools let out for the summer, the warming climate becomes increasingly conducive for outdoor activities. The daylight hours lengthen further, making way for more time spent outdoors. But sunshine will be even more plentiful in upcoming June, which will also see slightly lower humidity.

Temperature

A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks May, adjusting from April's pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) to a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C). Throughout May, an average nighttime temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) is experienced.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Durant, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Durant, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Durant, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Durant, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

During May, Durant experiences an average high-temperature of 78.8°F (26°C) and a low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Durant?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Durant, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Durant have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Durant, Oklahoma, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Durant have in May?

In Durant, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Durant, Oklahoma, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Durant, OK

Average temperature in May - Durant, OK
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in May
Durant, OK

Average pressure in May - Durant, OK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Durant, OK

Average wind speed in May - Durant, OK
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Durant, OK

Average humidity in May - Durant, OK
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Durant, OK

Average rainfall in May - Durant, OK
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Durant, OK

Average rainfall days in May - Durant, OK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Durant, OK

Average snowfall in May - Durant, OK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Durant, OK

Average snowfall days in May - Durant, OK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Durant, OK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Durant, OK
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Durant, OK

Average sunshine days in May - Durant, OK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Durant, OK

Average UV index in May - Durant, OK
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Durant, OK

Average cloud cover in May - Durant, OK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in May
Durant, OK

Average visibility in May - Durant, OK
  • 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).

Durant, Oklahoma, USA

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