May Weather in Plainview

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Plainview, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (70°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (90°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (49°F). Typically, the humidity level in Plainview throughout May hovers around 82%.

9°C (49°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (70°F)

Average temperature

32°C (90°F)

Maximum temperature

82%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Plainview averages 177 mm (7.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 0 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 26 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 31% probability of sunny days during this period.

177 mm (7.0 inches)

Precipitation

14 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 26 minutes

Sunshine hours

31%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Plainview reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 3 6 8 10 11 11 9 6 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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