May weather forecast
Ashville, AL

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Weather in May

May sees a significant rise in temperatures in Ashville with the onset of the summer season. With rainfall decreasing to 2.01" (51mm) and total sunshine hours reaching a peak, May stands out as one of the sunniest months of the year. Humidity remains steady and nights are considerably warmer than in April. The wind slows down, making the higher temperatures more noticeable.

Temperature

As Ashville transitions into May, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C). Ashville, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ashville, during May, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 26.69" (678mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Ashville.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Ashville, in May, the average high-temperature is 80.2°F (26.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Ashville?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in Ashville in May?

In Ashville, in May, during 14 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Ashville, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Ashville have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Ashville, AL

Average temperature in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Ashville, AL

Average pressure in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ashville, AL

Average wind speed in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Ashville, AL

Average humidity in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Ashville, AL

Average rainfall in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Ashville, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ashville, AL

Average snowfall in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ashville, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ashville, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ashville, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Ashville, AL

Average UV index in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Ashville, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Ashville, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Ashville, AL

Average visibility in May - Ashville, AL
  • 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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