May weather forecast
Buffalo Bluff, FL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Buffalo Bluff, is a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and an average high of 86.4°F (30.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of May notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 86.4°F (30.2°C), subtly shifted from April's 81.7°F (27.6°C). Buffalo Bluff's temperature drops to an average low of 67.3°F (19.6°C) during the nights of May.

Heat index

May's heat index is calculated to be a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Buffalo Bluff, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo Bluff, in May, during 10.7 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 12.76" (324mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Buffalo Bluff is 10.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Buffalo Bluff, records 86.4°F (30.2°C), while the low-temperature is 67.3°F (19.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Buffalo Bluff, during May, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Buffalo Bluff, Florida, the average day length in May is 13h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Buffalo Bluff?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Buffalo Bluff.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average temperature in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • Average high temperature in May: 86.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (65.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average pressure in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average wind speed in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average humidity in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average rainfall in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average rainfall days in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average snowfall days in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average sunshine days in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average UV index in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average cloud cover in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Buffalo Bluff, FL

Average visibility in May - Buffalo Bluff, FL
  • 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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