May weather forecast
Avant, AL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Avant, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 85.1°F (29.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Avant's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from 77°F (25°C) in April to a still moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C). Despite a significant disparity with daytime temperatures, an average low-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) is recorded during May.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Avant, in May, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.8 rainfall days, and 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Avant, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Avant, Alabama, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Avant, the average sunshine in May is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Avant are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Avant in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Avant, is 85.1°F (29.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Avant, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Avant, in May, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Avant, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Avant have in May?

In Avant, the average day length in May is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Avant, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Avant?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in May in Avant?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Avant is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Avant, AL

Average temperature in May - Avant, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 85.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39°F).

Average pressure in May
Avant, AL

Average pressure in May - Avant, AL
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Avant, AL

Average wind speed in May - Avant, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Avant, AL

Average humidity in May - Avant, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Avant, AL

Average rainfall in May - Avant, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Avant, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Avant, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Avant, AL

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Avant, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Avant, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Avant, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Avant, AL

Average UV index in May - Avant, AL
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Avant, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Avant, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Avant, AL

Average visibility in May - Avant, AL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (5mi).

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