Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's 75.9°F (24.4°C) to a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C). Hillsboro reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) in May.Heat index
May's heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Hillsboro is 74%.Rainfall
In Hillsboro, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hillsboro, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Hillsboro, snow does not fall in March through November.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Hillsboro is 13h and 50min.On the first day of May in Hillsboro, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Hillsboro is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Frequently asked questions
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How high is the UV index in May in Hillsboro?
Average temperature in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average high temperature in May: 83.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.2°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average rainfall in May: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 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
Hillsboro, MS
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average sunshine days in May: 16 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Hillsboro, MS
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July and August (5mi).
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