May weather forecast
Bellefounte, TN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bellefounte, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 77.9°F (25.5°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C). Bellefounte records an average nighttime low of 56.8°F (13.8°C) in May.

Humidity

In Bellefounte, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bellefounte, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bellefounte, there are 148 rainfall days, and 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Bellefounte, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bellefounte, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bellefounte in May?

The high-temperature during May is 77.9°F (25.5°C) and the low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Bellefounte, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bellefounte?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Bellefounte is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average temperature in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average pressure in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average wind speed in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average humidity in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average rainfall in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average snowfall in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average snowfall days in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average UV index in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Bellefounte, TN

Average visibility in May - Bellefounte, TN
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and December (5mi).

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