May weather forecast
Wilburn, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wilburn, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and an average high of 81°F (27.2°C).

Temperature

The start of May is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) in April to a warm 81°F (27.2°C). Wilburn experiences a mean low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) during May.

Heat index

The heat index for May is evaluated at a hot 86°F (30°C). Remaining active during long-lasting exposure could cause fatigue, leading to heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Wilburn, during May, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Wilburn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.4 days and collects up to 14.17" (360mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Wilburn, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Wilburn, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Wilburn, is 81°F (27.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Wilburn, in May, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Wilburn, snow does not fall in March through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Wilburn, the average day length in May is 13h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Wilburn, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Wilburn, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Wilburn, AL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Wilburn, AL

Average pressure in May - Wilburn, AL
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Wilburn, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Wilburn, AL

Average humidity in May - Wilburn, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Wilburn, AL

Average rainfall in May - Wilburn, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Wilburn, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Wilburn, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wilburn, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wilburn, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Wilburn, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wilburn, 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 0min

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
Wilburn, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Wilburn, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Wilburn, AL

Average UV index in May - Wilburn, AL
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Wilburn, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Wilburn, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

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

Average visibility in May
Wilburn, AL

Average visibility in May - Wilburn, 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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