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's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C) in April to a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C). Throughout May, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 53.1°F (11.7°C).Humidity
In Knoxville, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Knoxville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Knoxville, Maryland, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Knoxville?
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When it does not snow?
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How many hours of daylight does Knoxville have in May?
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When is the highest UV index?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average high temperature in May: 73.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").
Average rainfall days in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Knoxville, MD
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).
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