May Weather in Plains

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Plains, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (65°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (93°F), while lows may dip to 4°C (40°F). Typically, the humidity level in Plains throughout May hovers around 81%.

4°C (40°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (65°F)

Average temperature

34°C (93°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Plains averages 111 mm (4.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 10 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 18 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 40% probability of sunny days during this period.

111 mm (4.4 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 18 minutes

Sunshine hours

40%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Plains reaches a maximum of 11, 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 1 3 5 7 9 11 11 9 7 5 3 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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