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 sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's 77°F (25°C) to a still moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C). Throughout May nights, Shirleys Crossroads experiences a consistent temperature average of 63.1°F (17.3°C).Heat index
In May, the average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.Rainfall
In Shirleys Crossroads, in May, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shirleys Crossroads, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.6 days and collects up to 35.87" (911mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 10.6h.UV index
In Shirleys Crossroads, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May?
How many days does it rain in May?
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When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
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How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 84.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 63.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average humidity in May: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").
Average rainfall days in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 30
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Shirleys Crossroads, AL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
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