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
Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during May adjusts from April's warm 73.4°F (23°C) to a still moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C) in May.Heat index
May's mean heat index is computed to be a hot 86°F (30°C). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In High Shoals, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In High Shoals, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In High Shoals, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In High Shoals, the average sunshine in May is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Average temperature in May
High Shoals, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 81.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).
Average pressure in May
High Shoals, 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
High Shoals, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in May
High Shoals, 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
High Shoals, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
High Shoals, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
High Shoals, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
High Shoals, AL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.3 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
High Shoals, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
High Shoals, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).
Average UV index in May
High Shoals, 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
High Shoals, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
High Shoals, AL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
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