May Weather in Ridgeland

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Ridgeland, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 23°C (74°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (92°F), while lows may dip to 11°C (52°F). Typically, the humidity level in Ridgeland throughout May hovers around 83%.

11°C (52°F)

Minimum temperature

23°C (74°F)

Average temperature

33°C (92°F)

Maximum temperature

83%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Ridgeland averages 131 mm (5.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 50 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 51 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 34% probability of sunny days during this period.

131 mm (5.2 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 51 minutes

Sunshine hours

34%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Ridgeland 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 2 4 6 9 11 12 11 8 6 3 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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