Poplar Bluff in May
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
13Rainy days (124 mm)
13:58 hDaylight
05:59Sunrise · 19:57 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°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 (±3.7 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 | -1°C | 92 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.3 |
| February | 10°C | 1°C | 83 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.0 |
| March | 16°C | 5°C | 119 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.4 |
| April | 21°C | 10°C | 132 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.3 |
| May | 26°C | 16°C | 124 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| June | 30°C | 20°C | 86 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 32°C | 22°C | 77 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.7 |
| August | 32°C | 21°C | 72 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.2 |
| September | 28°C | 17°C | 84 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| October | 22°C | 10°C | 95 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.9 |
| November | 15°C | 5°C | 108 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.6 |
| December | 9°C | 1°C | 94 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Poplar Bluff in May?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Poplar Bluff?
The best months are September, October.