May weather forecast
Homewood, AL

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Weather in May

May ushers in the precursor to the summer heat in Homewood. It signals a shift from spring with increasing warmth and long days. Appreciable enhancements in daylight and sunshine hours contribute to increased outdoor activities. Towards the month's end, the summer heat starts to come into effect with the average high temperature reaching 81.9°F (27.7°C). Humidity is on the rise, with an occasional afternoon thunderstorm.

Temperature

May marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C). During May nights, Homewood records an average temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is calculated to be a hot 86°F (30°C). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. 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 are especially vital to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In Homewood, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Homewood, in May, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.7 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Homewood is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. 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.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 81.9°F (27.7°C) and 61.2°F (16.2°C) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Homewood, in May, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Homewood have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Homewood have in May?

In Homewood, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Homewood, AL

Average temperature in May - Homewood, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in May
Homewood, AL

Average pressure in May - Homewood, 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
Homewood, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Homewood, AL

Average humidity in May - Homewood, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Homewood, AL

Average rainfall in May - Homewood, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Homewood, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Homewood, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Homewood, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Homewood, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Homewood, 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
Homewood, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Homewood, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Homewood, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Homewood, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Homewood, AL

Average UV index in May - Homewood, AL
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Homewood, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Homewood, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Homewood, AL

Average visibility in May - Homewood, 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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