May Weather in Jackson

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Jackson, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (60°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (87°F), while lows may dip to 2°C (35°F). Typically, the humidity level in Jackson throughout May hovers around 80%.

2°C (35°F)

Minimum temperature

16°C (60°F)

Average temperature

31°C (87°F)

Maximum temperature

80%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Jackson averages 127 mm (5.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 36 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 7 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 36% probability of sunny days during this period.

127 mm (5.0 inches)

Precipitation

15 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 7 minutes

Sunshine hours

36%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Jackson reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 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 4 7 8 9 9 8 6 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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