May weather forecast
McKinley, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in McKinley, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.6°F (17°C) and 84°F (28.9°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of May, McKinley's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from 76.5°F (24.7°C) in April to a still moderately hot 84°F (28.9°C). In May, McKinley experiences an average nighttime temperature of 62.6°F (17°C).

Heat index

May's average heat index is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In McKinley, during May, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 23.7" (602mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall in McKinley.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In McKinley, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

In McKinley, 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 the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in McKinley, is 84°F (28.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In McKinley, in May, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does McKinley have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McKinley have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value 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
McKinley, AL

Average temperature in May - McKinley, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 84°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).

Average pressure in May
McKinley, AL

Average pressure in May - McKinley, AL
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
McKinley, AL

Average wind speed in May - McKinley, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
McKinley, AL

Average humidity in May - McKinley, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
McKinley, AL

Average rainfall in May - McKinley, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.54"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and August (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
McKinley, AL

Average rainfall days in May - McKinley, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
McKinley, AL

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
McKinley, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
McKinley, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
McKinley, AL

Average sunshine days in May - McKinley, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
McKinley, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
McKinley, AL

Average cloud cover in May - McKinley, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

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

Average visibility in May
McKinley, AL

Average visibility in May - McKinley, 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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