May weather forecast
Smoke Rise, AL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Smoke Rise, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 81°F (27.2°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

May comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 81°F (27.2°C). Throughout May, Smoke Rise's nights cool down to an average of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Heat index

May's average heat index is estimated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Smoke Rise, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Smoke Rise, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.8 days and collects up to 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Smoke Rise, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Smoke Rise, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Smoke Rise during May are 81°F (27.2°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Smoke Rise, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Smoke Rise, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall in Smoke Rise, Alabama.

How many hours of daylight does Smoke Rise have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Smoke Rise, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Smoke Rise?

The average sunshine duration in May in Smoke Rise, Alabama, is 10.1h.

What are the months with 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 reading in May?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Smoke Rise, AL

Average temperature in May - Smoke Rise, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 81°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Smoke Rise, AL

Average pressure in May - Smoke Rise, 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
Smoke Rise, AL

Average wind speed in May - Smoke Rise, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Smoke Rise, AL

Average humidity in May - Smoke Rise, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Smoke Rise, AL

Average rainfall in May - Smoke Rise, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Smoke Rise, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Smoke Rise, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Smoke Rise, AL

Average snowfall in May - Smoke Rise, 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
Smoke Rise, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Smoke Rise, AL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Smoke Rise, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Smoke Rise, AL
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

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: 10h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Smoke Rise, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Smoke Rise, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Smoke Rise, AL

Average UV index in May - Smoke Rise, 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Smoke Rise, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Smoke Rise, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Smoke Rise, AL

Average visibility in May - Smoke Rise, 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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