May Rainfall and Precipitation in Missouri

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Missouri, the United States of America in May.

Missouri, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences in May precipitation ranging from a high 115 mm (4.5 in) in Macon to a heavy 185 mm (7.3 in) in Joplin. May typically stands out as the wettest month of the year in Missouri, the United States of America.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Missouri precipitation in May: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Missouri, the United States of America receive in May?

In May, Branson typically receives significant rainfall, averaging around 137 mm (5.4 in). Expect a mix of wet and dry days with occasional showers.

How many days does it rain in Missouri, the United States of America in May?

Branson sees roughly 13 days rainy days during May.

Is May part of the rainy season in Missouri, the United States of America?

May is generally a drier month for Missouri, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in May in Missouri, the United States of America?

Based on our records, Joplin receives the most rainfall in Missouri, the United States of America in May, averaging about 185 mm (7.3 in).

What is the driest city in May in Missouri, the United States of America?

In our records, Macon stands out as the driest city in Missouri, the United States of America for May, averaging just 115 mm (4.5 in).

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