May weather forecast
Rainsville, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Rainsville, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 77.4°F (25.2°C) and min 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks May, adjusting from April's agreeable 69.8°F (21°C) to a moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C). Rainsville observes an average low-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C) during May.

Humidity

In Rainsville, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Rainsville, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.9" (99mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183 rainfall days, and 47.6" (1209mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Rainsville, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Rainsville, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Rainsville, in May, the average high-temperature is 77.4°F (25.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Rainsville?

In Rainsville, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Rainsville, the average day length in May is 13h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rainsville, AL

Average temperature in May - Rainsville, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Rainsville, AL

Average pressure in May - Rainsville, AL
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"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
Rainsville, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Rainsville, AL

Average humidity in May - Rainsville, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Rainsville, AL

Average rainfall in May - Rainsville, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.9"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.8").

Average rainfall days in May
Rainsville, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Rainsville, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rainsville, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rainsville, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Rainsville, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rainsville, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Rainsville, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Rainsville, AL

Average UV index in May - Rainsville, 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
Rainsville, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Rainsville, AL

Average visibility in May - Rainsville, AL
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July, August and December (5mi).

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