May weather forecast
Hightower, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hightower, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59°F (15°C) and an average high of 79.5°F (26.4°C).

Temperature

Hightower's transition into May is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C) in April to a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C). In Hightower, the expected average low-temperature for May is a mild 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hightower, in May, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 41.5" (1054mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Hightower, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 55min.
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 5:32 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Hightower, is 79.5°F (26.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 59°F (15°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Hightower, during May, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hightower have in May?

In Hightower, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

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 Hightower, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hightower, AL

Average temperature in May - Hightower, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Hightower, AL

Average pressure in May - Hightower, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Hightower, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Hightower, AL

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Hightower, AL

Average rainfall in May - Hightower, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Hightower, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Hightower, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hightower, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hightower, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Hightower, 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
Hightower, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hightower, 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: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hightower, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Hightower, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Hightower, AL

Average UV index in May - Hightower, 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
Hightower, AL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Hightower, AL

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

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

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