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 introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). During the month of May, the temperature in Joplin falls to an average of 57.2°F (14°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Joplin, there are 11.8 snowfall days, and 5.63" (143mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Joplin, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Joplin is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Joplin is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May in Joplin?
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How many days does it rain in May in Joplin?
When does it start to snow in Joplin?
How many hours of daylight does Joplin have in May?
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How many hours of sunshine does Joplin have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Joplin?
Average temperature in May
Joplin, MO
- Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57.2°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 (27.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Joplin, MO
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Joplin, MO
- Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Joplin, MO
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Joplin, MO
- Average rainfall in May: 5.04"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").
Average rainfall days in May
Joplin, MO
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Joplin, MO
- Average snowfall in May: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Joplin, MO
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Joplin, MO
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Joplin, MO
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Joplin, MO
- 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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Joplin, MO
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Joplin, 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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