May weather forecast
Clarksville, TN

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Downtown Clrksville in Tennessee, with the hot sun on a very calm day
Downtown Clrksville in Tennessee, with the hot sun on a very calm day

Weather in May

May marks the transition from Spring to early Summer in Clarksville, offering a gentle shift in weather conditions. The rainfall still hovers around 3" (76mm), but the city witnesses a significant temperature jump. With temperature highs soaring to 76.8°F (24.9°C), residents and visitors can bask in the splendid warm weather. These balmy conditions lend themselves excellently to outdoor activities and encourage a blossoming urban landscape. The ascending trend of longer daylight hours predicts brighter days, marking May as a peak time for exploring Clarksville's distinct allure.

Temperature

The embrace of May brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature in Clarksville, shifting from an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C). Throughout the month of May, Clarksville sees a steady low-temperature average of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Clarksville.

Rainfall

In Clarksville, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Clarksville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Clarksville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May in Clarksville, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Clarksville, Tennessee, is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Clarksville. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Clarksville in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Clarksville, is 76.8°F (24.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Clarksville?

The months with the highest humidity in Clarksville are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Clarksville?

In Clarksville, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in Clarksville in May?

In Clarksville, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Clarksville?

In Clarksville, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Clarksville in May?

In May, in Clarksville, Tennessee, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Clarksville?

In May, the average day length in Clarksville is 14h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Clarksville?

On the first day of May in Clarksville, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clarksville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Clarksville is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Clarksville?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Clarksville?

In Clarksville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Clarksville, TN

Average temperature in May - Clarksville, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Clarksville, TN

Average pressure in May - Clarksville, 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
Clarksville, TN

Average wind speed in May - Clarksville, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Clarksville, TN

Average humidity in May - Clarksville, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

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

Average rainfall in May
Clarksville, TN

Average rainfall in May - Clarksville, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Clarksville, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Clarksville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Clarksville, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Clarksville, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Clarksville, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clarksville, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Clarksville, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Clarksville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Clarksville, TN

Average UV index in May - Clarksville, 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
Clarksville, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Clarksville, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Clarksville, TN

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

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

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