May weather forecast
Madison, AL

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Weather in May

May brings with it the full bloom of spring transitioning into early summer. The weather shows a considerable jump from the previous month in Madison, Alabama. Distinctively, May sees infrequent rainfall, with a total of approximately 2.01" (51mm). Daylight hours extend significantly making the days longer and warmer. The increase in temperature blossoms the cityscape with colorful flora, reflecting the spirit of the incoming summer.

Temperature

As Madison enters May, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C) of April to a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C). Madison records a steady low-temperature average of 59.5°F (15.3°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Madison, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Madison, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Madison in May?

In May, in Madison, the average high-temperature is 78.6°F (25.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Madison, during May, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Madison, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Madison?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Madison?

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

Average temperature in May - Madison, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.6°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 (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Madison, AL

Average pressure in May - Madison, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Madison, AL

Average wind speed in May - Madison, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Madison, AL

Average humidity in May - Madison, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

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

Average rainfall in May
Madison, AL

Average rainfall in May - Madison, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Madison, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Madison, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Madison, AL

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Madison, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Madison, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Madison, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Madison, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Madison, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Madison, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Madison, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Madison, AL

Average visibility in May - Madison, 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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