May weather forecast
Clifton, TN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Clifton, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

May introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's pleasant 70°F (21.1°C) to a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Clifton, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Clifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.9 days and collects up to 41.57" (1056mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Clifton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Clifton, is 78.4°F (25.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Clifton in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clifton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Clifton, TN

Average temperature in May - Clifton, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in May
Clifton, TN

Average pressure in May - Clifton, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Clifton, TN

Average wind speed in May - Clifton, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Clifton, TN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Clifton, TN

Average rainfall in May - Clifton, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.84").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.52").

Average rainfall days in May
Clifton, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Clifton, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Clifton, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Clifton, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 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
Clifton, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clifton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Clifton, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Clifton, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Clifton, TN

Average UV index in May - Clifton, TN
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Clifton, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Clifton, TN

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

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

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