May weather forecast
Dogwood Point, AL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Dogwood Point, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 81.7°F (27.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from 74.1°F (23.4°C) in April to a still warm 81.7°F (27.6°C). During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 60.4°F (15.8°C) at night.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Fatigue might occur with continuous exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Dogwood Point, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dogwood Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.7 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of May in Dogwood Point, Alabama, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

In Dogwood Point, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dogwood Point in May?

Dogwood Point in May has an average high-temperature of 81.7°F (27.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Dogwood Point, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dogwood Point have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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
Dogwood Point, AL

Average temperature in May - Dogwood Point, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 81.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Dogwood Point, AL

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Dogwood Point, AL

Average wind speed in May - Dogwood Point, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Dogwood Point, AL

Average humidity in May - Dogwood Point, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Dogwood Point, AL

Average rainfall in May - Dogwood Point, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Dogwood Point, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Dogwood Point, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dogwood Point, AL

Average snowfall in May - Dogwood Point, AL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dogwood Point, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Dogwood Point, AL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1 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
Dogwood Point, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dogwood Point, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Dogwood Point, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Dogwood Point, AL

Average UV index in May - Dogwood Point, AL
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Dogwood Point, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Dogwood Point, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Dogwood Point, AL

Average visibility in May - Dogwood Point, 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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