United StatesAverage weather for Missouri in May
It's warm in May in Missouri with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 17°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Missouri with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 12°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 24°C, with nights around 14°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 Missouri is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In May, there is an average of 120 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Missouri in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
24°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
27°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
21°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
120 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
11 days | 14 days | |
April
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.
Is May a good time to visit Missouri?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Missouri. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2022, Missouri reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Check out the climate of Missouri for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Missouri 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 Missouri to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in May in Missouri
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Missouri, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Missouri
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Missouri, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Missouri.
Daily UV index in May in Missouri
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Missouri, 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.
Temperature in May in Missouri over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Missouri, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Missouri over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Missouri, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Missouri
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Missouri. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Missouri by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Missouri. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
