May weather forecast
Sweet Water, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sweet Water, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 62.6°F (17°C) and max 85.5°F (29.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's warm 77.7°F (25.4°C) to a still moderately hot 85.5°F (29.7°C). During May, Sweet Water's temperature records a considerable difference from its daily highs to an average low of 62.6°F (17°C).

Heat index

The heat index in May is evaluated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In Sweet Water, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Sweet Water, during May, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sweet Water, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Sweet Water, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

In Sweet Water, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 85.5°F (29.7°C) and 62.6°F (17°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Sweet Water, in May, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Sweet Water have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Sweet Water, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sweet Water, AL

Average temperature in May - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 85.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Sweet Water, AL

Average pressure in May - Sweet Water, 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
Sweet Water, AL

Average wind speed in May - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Sweet Water, AL

Average humidity in May - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Sweet Water, AL

Average rainfall in May - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Sweet Water, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sweet Water, AL

Average snowfall in May - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sweet Water, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Sweet Water, 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 and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sweet Water, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sweet Water, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sweet Water, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Sweet Water, AL

Average UV index in May - Sweet Water, 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
Sweet Water, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Sweet Water, AL

Average visibility in May - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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