Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift from April to May is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C). An average low-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) marks the month of May.Heat index
The average heat index in May is evaluated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Humidity
In Gap of the Mountain, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.Rainfall
In Gap of the Mountain, during May, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gap of the Mountain, there are 171.1 rainfall days, and 37.87" (962mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Gap of the Mountain, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Gap of the Mountain is 13h and 52min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of May, in Gap of the Mountain, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Gap of the Mountain, the average sunshine in May is 10.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Gap of the Mountain is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Average temperature in May
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 82.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61.5°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).
Average pressure in May
Gap of the Mountain, 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
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").
Average rainfall days in May
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 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
Gap of the Mountain, 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 2min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Gap of the Mountain, 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 and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Gap of the Mountain, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Gap of the Mountain, 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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