May Weather in Tupelo

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Tupelo, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (92°F), while lows may dip to 10°C (49°F). Typically, the humidity level in Tupelo throughout May hovers around 83%.

10°C (49°F)

Minimum temperature

22°C (72°F)

Average temperature

33°C (92°F)

Maximum temperature

83%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Tupelo averages 120 mm (4.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 57 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 42 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 32% probability of sunny days during this period.

120 mm (4.7 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 42 minutes

Sunshine hours

32%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Tupelo reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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 7 9 11 11 10 8 5 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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