May weather forecast
Princeton, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Princeton, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 77.9°F (25.5°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C) in April to a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Princeton, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Princeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.9 days and collects up to 42.36" (1076mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Princeton, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 77.9°F (25.5°C) and a low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Princeton, in May, during 16.6 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Princeton have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Princeton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Princeton is 9.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Princeton, AL

Average temperature in May - Princeton, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.9°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 (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Princeton, AL

Average pressure in May - Princeton, 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
Princeton, AL

Average wind speed in May - Princeton, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Princeton, AL

Average humidity in May - Princeton, 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
Princeton, AL

Average rainfall in May - Princeton, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Princeton, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Princeton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Princeton, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Princeton, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Princeton, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Princeton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Princeton, AL

Average UV index in May - Princeton, 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
Princeton, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Princeton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Princeton, AL

Average visibility in May - Princeton, 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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