Joplin in May
7.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
25°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
13Rainy days (157 mm)
13:59 hDaylight
06:15Sunrise · 20:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | -2°C | 58 mm | 7 | – | – | 5.5 |
| February | 11°C | 0°C | 56 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.2 |
| March | 16°C | 5°C | 99 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.7 |
| April | 21°C | 9°C | 129 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| May | 25°C | 15°C | 157 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.0 |
| June | 30°C | 20°C | 109 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.3 |
| July | 32°C | 22°C | 84 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.9 |
| August | 32°C | 21°C | 72 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.1 |
| September | 28°C | 16°C | 99 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 22°C | 10°C | 98 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| November | 15°C | 4°C | 73 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.9 |
| December | 9°C | 0°C | 66 mm | 7 | – | – | 5.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Joplin in May?
Daytime highs average 25°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Joplin?
The best months are September, October.