May weather forecast
Bentonville, AR

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The scenic residential neighborhood in Bentonville, in Northwest Arkansas
The scenic residential neighborhood in Bentonville, in Northwest Arkansas

Weather in May

May in Bentonville metamorphoses the weather scenario, slowly gravitating towards the summer's advent. The balmy air, precipitating at an average of up to 4.17" (106mm), adds an honeysuckle scented moisture to the warm and ever-brightening atmosphere. The city gloriously basks under the expansive sunlight till late evening, with fair visibility allowing for long scenic vistas. Its' local denizens witness a comfortable transition into summer with relatively milder conditions, staged under a sky typically half-covered in clouds. The waning spring gracefully gives its way to summer with the weather becoming more amiable for outdoor activities.

Temperature

Bentonville's May weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C). In Bentonville, the nighttime temperature averages to a mild 57.2°F (14°C) during May.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Bentonville aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.9 snowfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bentonville, Arkansas, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bentonville. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature during May is 76.3°F (24.6°C) and the low-temperature is 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.4 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Bentonville, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Bentonville aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bentonville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bentonville, AR

Average temperature in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Bentonville, AR

Average pressure in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bentonville, AR

Average wind speed in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Bentonville, AR

Average humidity in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Bentonville, AR

Average rainfall in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
Bentonville, AR

Average rainfall days in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bentonville, AR

Average snowfall in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bentonville, AR

Average snowfall days in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bentonville, AR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bentonville, AR

Average sunshine days in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Bentonville, AR

Average UV index in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bentonville, AR

Average cloud cover in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Bentonville, AR

Average visibility in May - Bentonville, AR
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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