May weather forecast
Big Sandy, TN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Big Sandy, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between max 78.6°F (25.9°C) and min 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks May, moving from April's pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) to a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

In Big Sandy, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. 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. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 59°F (15°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Big Sandy, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Big Sandy, in May, during 15 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) 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?

The average day length in May is 14h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Big Sandy, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Big Sandy, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average temperature in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average pressure in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average wind speed in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average humidity in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average rainfall in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average snowfall in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average snowfall days in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average UV index in May - Big Sandy, 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 February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Big Sandy, TN

Average visibility in May - Big Sandy, TN
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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