May weather forecast
Alabama, USA

May in Alabama is characterized by the early onset of summer, ushering in warmer days and increased humidity. As the month progresses, the entirety of the state, including the northeastern regions, feels the steady climb in temperature. Daytime highs can frequently reach into the upper ranges, paving the way for the impending summer heat.

Central Alabama experiences pronounced warmth during the daytime, with nights gradually losing their springtime coolness. The coastal areas, always influenced by the Gulf, start to exhibit early signs of summer humidity, making nights warmer and slightly muggy. Even though temperatures rise, the nights in May are not as warm as the peak summer nights that July and August will introduce.

Rainfall in May sees a slight shift. While still frequent, rain showers can be interspersed with dry spells. The potential for severe weather persists, though the peak tornado season is winding down. Thunderstorms remain a common occurrence, often accompanied by sudden, heavy downpours, especially in the afternoons.

Hailstorms become less common as May advances, with the state transitioning towards typical summer weather patterns. The influence of the Gulf of Mexico grows, especially in the southern parts of the state, contributing to both the increased warmth and humidity.

May is sunny in the spring season of Alabama, with the average high temperatures in the warm 79°F (26.1°C) to 84°F (28.9°C) zone. Jackson in southern Alabama registers warm temperatures between 60°F (15.6°C) to 84°F (28.9°C), while Fairhope on the coast is between 64°F (17.8°C) to 85°F (29.4°C).

By comparison to the approaching June, May serves as an introduction to the full-blown summer conditions. It blends the remnants of spring with the oncoming summer warmth. Locations such as Valley Head, while warmer than before, might still occasionally report slightly cooler temperatures during the nights. As May concludes, Alabama readies itself for the peak summer months, with June paving the way for the hottest period of the year.

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• Birmingham - May »
  Birmingham's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C) in April to a still warm 81.3°F (27.4°C). In Birmingham, during May, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.
• Montgomery - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Montgomery sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT. In Montgomery during May, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.
• Mobile - May »
  In Mobile during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Mobile's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C) in April to a still moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C).
• Huntsville - May »
  On the first day of May in Huntsville sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of May, in Huntsville sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.
• Tuscaloosa - May »
  The weather in Tuscaloosa, Alabama continues its warming trend in May, heralding in the transition to summer. In Tuscaloosa, Alabama, snow does not fall in March through October.
• Hoover - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Hoover, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT. In Hoover, Alabama, snow does not fall in April through November.
• Dothan - May »
  May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Dothan. May's onset in Dothan brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from 77.7°F (25.4°C) in April to a still warm 84.6°F (29.2°C).
• Decatur - May »
  In Decatur snow does not fall in April through October. In Decatur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.6 days and collects up to 43.11" (1095mm) of precipitation.
• Auburn - May »
  In Auburn, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.3 days and collects up to 37.99" (965mm) of precipitation. On the last day of May, in Auburn sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.
• Madison - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Madison sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT. Madison perceives a slight temperature ascent during May, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C).
• Florence - May »
  In Florence during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. On the first day of May in Florence sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:36 pm.
• Gadsden - May »
  In Gadsden in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Gadsden, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.