May weather forecast
Lorton, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lorton, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 60.4°F (15.8°C) and max 81°F (27.2°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) to a moderately hot 81°F (27.2°C). Lorton's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is evaluated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

In Lorton, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout May, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.4 rainfall days, and 14.17" (360mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of May, in Lorton, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Lorton, Alabama, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lorton in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Lorton, is 81°F (27.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 60.4°F (15.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Lorton is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lorton, in May, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Lorton, snow does not fall in March through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lorton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Lorton, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 81°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Lorton, AL

Average pressure in May - Lorton, 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
Lorton, AL

Average wind speed in May - Lorton, 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
Lorton, AL

Average humidity in May - Lorton, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Lorton, AL

Average rainfall in May - Lorton, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Lorton, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Lorton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lorton, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lorton, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Lorton, 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 April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lorton, AL
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

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
Lorton, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Lorton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Lorton, AL

Average UV index in May - Lorton, 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
Lorton, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Lorton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Lorton, AL

Average visibility in May - Lorton, 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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