Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a still moderately hot 81.3°F (27.4°C). Papertown throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C).Heat index
May's average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). With constant exposure and activity, a state of weariness might ensue, leading to potential heat cramps.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Papertown is 74%.Rainfall
In Papertown, in May, during 10.2 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.6 rainfall days, and 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Papertown, snow does not fall in March through October.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Papertown, the average sunshine in May is 10.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in May?
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What are the months with the highest UV index?
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Average temperature in May
Papertown, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 81.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 60.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Papertown, 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
Papertown, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph
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 (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Papertown, 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 (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Papertown, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").
Average rainfall days in May
Papertown, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Papertown, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Papertown, 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
Papertown, AL
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Papertown, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Papertown, 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Papertown, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Papertown, AL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
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