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 coming of May brings a minor shift in Silas's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's 77.5°F (25.3°C) to a still moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C). Silas's nighttime temperatures in May reflect a stark contrast to the day's highs, falling to an average low of 62.4°F (16.9°C).Heat index
The average heat index in May is estimated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
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. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In Silas, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In Silas, in May, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.4 rainfall days, and 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Silas, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In Silas, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 47min.On the first day of May in Silas, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Silas, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.UV index
In Silas, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Average temperature in May
Silas, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 84.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.4°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Silas, AL
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Silas, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Silas, AL
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Silas, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").
Average rainfall days in May
Silas, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Silas, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Silas, 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, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Silas, 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: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Silas, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Silas, 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
Silas, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Silas, AL
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
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