May weather forecast
Iuka, MS

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Weather in May

May is characterized by the continued escalation in temperatures, indicating the onset of summer. There’s a marked reduction in wind speed and a perceptible rise in sunshine hours, favoring outdoor activities. Relative humidity steadfastly stays in the high Seventies, keeping the atmosphere moist. The city's weather often alternates between sunny and overcast. The average high temperature arises to 79.3°F (26.3°C), making May the first month of the year to record temperatures close to 80°F (26.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of May marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C). Iuka reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.1 rainfall days, and 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Iuka, Mississippi, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

In Iuka, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Iuka in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Iuka, is 79.3°F (26.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59.9°F (15.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Iuka?

In Iuka, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Iuka?

In May, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Iuka?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Iuka have in May?

In Iuka, Mississippi, the average day length in May is 14h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Iuka?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Iuka, Mississippi, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Iuka have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Iuka is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Iuka?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Iuka is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Iuka, MS

Average temperature in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Iuka, MS

Average pressure in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Iuka, MS

Average wind speed in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Iuka, MS

Average humidity in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Iuka, MS

Average rainfall in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in May
Iuka, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Iuka, MS

Average snowfall in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Iuka, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Iuka, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
Iuka, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in May
Iuka, MS

Average UV index in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Iuka, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Iuka, MS

Average visibility in May - Iuka, MS
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and July (5mi).

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