May weather forecast
Big Ridge, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Big Ridge, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.4°F (26.9°C) and an average low of 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

With the start of May, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from April's pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a warm 80.4°F (26.9°C). An average low-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) is observed during the May nights.

Humidity

In Big Ridge, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Big Ridge, during May, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 184 rainfall days, and 43.7" (1110mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. 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. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Big Ridge in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Big Ridge, is 80.4°F (26.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Big Ridge?

In Big Ridge, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Big Ridge, the average day length in May is 13h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Ridge have in May?

In Big Ridge, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Big Ridge, AL

Average temperature in May - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Big Ridge, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Big Ridge, AL

Average wind speed in May - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Big Ridge, AL

Average humidity in May - Big Ridge, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Big Ridge, AL

Average rainfall in May - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.48").

Average rainfall days in May
Big Ridge, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Big Ridge, AL

Average snowfall in May - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Big Ridge, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.6 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
Big Ridge, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Big Ridge, 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: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Big Ridge, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Big Ridge, AL

Average UV index in May - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Big Ridge, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Big Ridge, AL

Average visibility in May - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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