May weather forecast
Dawson, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dawson, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 78.8°F (26°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of May, Dawson's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature in Dawson dips to an average of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

In Dawson, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 184 rainfall days, and 43.54" (1106mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Dawson, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dawson, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

During May, Dawson experiences an average high-temperature of 78.8°F (26°C) and a low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dawson?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Dawson, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Dawson have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Dawson?

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

Average temperature in May - Dawson, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Dawson, AL

Average pressure in May - Dawson, 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
Dawson, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Dawson, AL

Average humidity in May - Dawson, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Dawson, AL

Average rainfall in May - Dawson, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.64").

Average rainfall days in May
Dawson, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Dawson, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dawson, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dawson, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Dawson, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dawson, AL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dawson, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Dawson, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Dawson, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Dawson, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Dawson, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Dawson, AL

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

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

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