United StatesThe weather in May in Mississippi
It's warm in May in Mississippi with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 20°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Mississippi, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2016, Mississippi reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 152 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Mississippi
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Mississippi. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Mississippi | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 152 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Mississippi with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 29°C, with nights around 19°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Mississippi is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Mississippi runs from June to November.
Check out the climate of Mississippi for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Mississippi is based on weather data from . Other places, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Mississippi to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Mississippi, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Mississippi
Temperature in May in Mississippi over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Mississippi, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Mississippi
Total precipitation in May in Mississippi over the years
Daily UV index in May in Mississippi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Mississippi, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Mississippi by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Mississippi. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.