May weather forecast
Mobile, AL

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Weather in May

The onset of summer is apparent in May’s weather in Mobile, Alabama. The city experiences high temperatures that reach up to 84.4°F (29.1°C), playing a role in maintaining overall humidity levels around 72%. With rainfall being slightly higher than the previous month at 2.72" (69mm), May has a perfect blend of sunny and rainy days. The long summer days provide ample opportunity for recreational activities. May’s weather paves the way for the more intense summer heat of the following months.

Temperature

May signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's warm 77.5°F (25.3°C) to a still moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C). Throughout May, Mobile witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

In Mobile, Alabama, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.3 rainfall days, and 39.33" (999mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Mobile, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of May in Mobile, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Mobile, records 84.4°F (29.1°C), while the low-temperature is 67.3°F (19.6°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Mobile is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Mobile, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Mobile, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 84.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Mobile, AL

Average pressure in May - Mobile, 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
Mobile, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Mobile, AL

Average humidity in May - Mobile, 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
Mobile, AL

Average rainfall in May - Mobile, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Mobile, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Mobile, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mobile, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mobile, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mobile, AL
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mobile, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Mobile, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Mobile, AL

Average UV index in May - Mobile, AL
  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Mobile, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Mobile, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Mobile, AL

Average visibility in May - Mobile, 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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