May weather forecast
Lester, AL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Lester, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) in April to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). During May, Lester experiences an average low-temperature of 59°F (15°C) at night.

Humidity

In Lester, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Lester, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Lester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.4 days and collects up to 41.34" (1050mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lester, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Lester, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 59°F (15°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Lester, Alabama, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Lester, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Lester, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lester have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Lester is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lester, AL

Average temperature in May - Lester, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Lester, AL

Average pressure in May - Lester, 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
Lester, AL

Average wind speed in May - Lester, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Lester, AL

Average humidity in May - Lester, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Lester, AL

Average rainfall in May - Lester, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in May
Lester, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Lester, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lester, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lester, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Lester, AL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lester, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lester, AL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lester, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Lester, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Lester, AL

Average UV index in May - Lester, 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
Lester, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Lester, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Lester, AL

Average visibility in May - Lester, 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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