United StatesThe weather in May in Missouri
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.
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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 Missouri, 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 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.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 120 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
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.
May weather comparison
| Missouri | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 120 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 14 days |
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.
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.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Missouri, 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 Missouri
Temperature in May in Missouri over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Missouri, 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 Missouri
Total precipitation in May in Missouri over the years
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.
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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.