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
The shift from April to May in Pelham is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a still warm 81.5°F (27.5°C). May brings an average low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) to Pelham.Heat index
During May, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Pelham, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Pelham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.2 days and collects up to 40.08" (1018mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Pelham, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Pelham, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.2h.UV index
In Pelham, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Pelham, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 81.5°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 (51.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).
Average pressure in May
Pelham, 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
Pelham, 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 (4.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Pelham, AL
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Pelham, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.36").
Average rainfall days in May
Pelham, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Pelham, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Pelham, AL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.2 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
Pelham, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pelham, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Pelham, AL
- Average UV index in May: 6
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Pelham, 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 September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Pelham, 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).
Pelham, Alabama, USA
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