May weather forecast
West Plains, MO

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Weather in May

May heralds the advent of warmer weather in West Plains, promising the beginning of Summer. An appreciable rise in temperature from April to May fosters an increasingly comfortable climate. May, receiving 4.17" (106mm) of rain, sees the highest precipitation in the first half of the year. Longer days combined with relatively clear skies offer an inviting context for outdoor activities. This favourable shift in weather conditions instigates the staging of diverse community events.

Temperature

May comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C) in April to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). In the month of May, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in West Plains is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in West Plains is May, when the rain falls for 17.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in West Plains. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, West Plains aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.4 snowfall days, and 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Plains, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, in West Plains, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In West Plains, Missouri, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in West Plains?

During May, West Plains experiences an average high-temperature of 75.6°F (24.2°C) and a low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Plains?

In West Plains, Missouri, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in West Plains?

May is the month with the most rainfall in West Plains, Missouri. Rain falls for 17.4 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in West Plains in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout May, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in West Plains?

May is the last month it regularly snows in West Plains. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, West Plains aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Plains have in May?

In West Plains, the average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in West Plains?

On the first day of May in West Plains, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Plains have in May?

In West Plains, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index in West Plains?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May in West Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Plains, MO

Average temperature in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
West Plains, MO

Average pressure in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
West Plains, MO

Average wind speed in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
West Plains, MO

Average humidity in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
West Plains, MO

Average rainfall in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
West Plains, MO

Average rainfall days in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
West Plains, MO

Average snowfall in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
West Plains, MO

Average snowfall days in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Plains, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
West Plains, MO

Average sunshine days in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
West Plains, MO

Average UV index in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
West Plains, MO

Average cloud cover in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
West Plains, MO

Average visibility in May - West Plains, MO
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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