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
May witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C) in April to a still moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C). May nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C).Heat index
May's heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Cottondale, in May, during 14.9 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.8 rainfall days, and 37.95" (964mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Cottondale, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In Cottondale, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.
Sunshine
May through July, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Cottondale, FL
- Average high temperature in May: 84.7°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 (59.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 65.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43°F).
Average pressure in May
Cottondale, FL
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Cottondale, FL
- Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Cottondale, FL
- Average humidity in May: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Cottondale, FL
- Average rainfall in May: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Cottondale, FL
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Cottondale, FL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Cottondale, FL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cottondale, FL
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Cottondale, FL
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Cottondale, 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 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Cottondale, FL
- Average cloud cover in May: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Cottondale, 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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