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
As May sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from 76.5°F (24.7°C) in April to a still warm 83.5°F (28.6°C). Throughout May nights, Independence registers an average low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C).Heat index
The heat index for May is calculated to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humidity
In Independence, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.Rainfall
In Independence, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 38.74" (984mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Independence is 13h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Independence is 10.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. 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. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Average temperature in May
Independence, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 83.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Independence, AL
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Independence, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Independence, AL
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Independence, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").
Average rainfall days in May
Independence, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Independence, 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, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Independence, AL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Independence, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Independence, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Independence, AL
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Independence, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Independence, 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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