May weather forecast
Plains, TX

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Plains, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.9°F (28.3°C) and min 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C). May's nights in Plains exhibit a sharp contrast from day highs, with an average temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Plains is 38%.

Rainfall

In Plains, during May, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.3 days and collects up to 11.42" (290mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Plains, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Plains is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of May in Plains, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Plains is 10.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Plains are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Plains in May?

The high-temperature during May is 82.9°F (28.3°C) and the low-temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Plains?

The average relative humidity in May is 38%.

How many days does it rain in May in Plains?

In Plains, Texas, in May, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Plains?

In Plains, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Plains in May?

In May, in Plains, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Plains have in May?

In May, the average day length in Plains, Texas, is 13h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Plains?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plains, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:55 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Plains?

The average sunshine duration in May in Plains is 10.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Plains?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Plains, Texas, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Plains, TX

Average temperature in May - Plains, TX
  • Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June, July and August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Plains, TX

Average pressure in May - Plains, TX
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Plains, TX

Average wind speed in May - Plains, TX
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Plains, TX

Average humidity in May - Plains, TX
  • Average humidity in May: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

Average rainfall in May
Plains, TX

Average rainfall in May - Plains, TX
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Plains, TX

Average rainfall days in May - Plains, TX
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Plains, TX

Average snowfall in May - Plains, TX
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Plains, TX

Average snowfall days in May - Plains, TX
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.9 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
Plains, TX

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Plains, TX
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Plains, TX

Average sunshine days in May - Plains, TX
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Plains, TX

Average UV index in May - Plains, TX
  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Plains, TX

Average cloud cover in May - Plains, TX
  • Average cloud cover in May: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Plains, TX

Average visibility in May - Plains, TX
  • 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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