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 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
The embrace of May brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C) in April to a still warm 83.3°F (28.5°C). Franklin throughout May, records an average low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C).Heat index
In May, the average heat index is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In Franklin, in May, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 21.73" (552mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 40min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Franklin, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. 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. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Average temperature in May
Franklin, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 83.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 69.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Franklin, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Franklin, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Franklin, LA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Franklin, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.83").
Average rainfall days in May
Franklin, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall days in May
Franklin, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Franklin, LA
- 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Franklin, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Franklin, LA
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Franklin, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Franklin, LA
- 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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