May weather forecast
Echo Hills, AL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Echo Hills, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.6°F (27°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

May signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) in April to a warm 80.6°F (27°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) is expected.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Echo Hills, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout May, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Echo Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Echo Hills, the average sunshine in May 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Echo Hills, 80.6°F (27°C) is the average high-temperature and 60.4°F (15.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Echo Hills, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Echo Hills, in May, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Echo Hills, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Echo Hills have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Echo Hills, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.6°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 (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°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 (34.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Echo Hills, AL

Average pressure in May - Echo Hills, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Echo Hills, AL

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

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

Average humidity in May
Echo Hills, AL

Average humidity in May - Echo Hills, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Echo Hills, AL

Average rainfall in May - Echo Hills, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Echo Hills, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Echo Hills, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Echo Hills, AL

Average snowfall in May - Echo Hills, AL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in May
Echo Hills, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Echo Hills, AL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is 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
Echo Hills, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Echo Hills, 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: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Echo Hills, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Echo Hills, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Echo Hills, AL

Average UV index in May - Echo Hills, 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
Echo Hills, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Echo Hills, 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
Echo Hills, AL

Average visibility in May - Echo Hills, 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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