May weather forecast
Cottage Grove, TN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Cottage Grove, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) in April to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). Cottage Grove experiences an average temperature drop to a moderate 59°F (15°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cottage Grove, in May, during 16.6 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cottage Grove, Tennessee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.6 days and collects up to 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cottage Grove, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Cottage Grove, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 59°F (15°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Cottage Grove, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Cottage Grove, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Cottage Grove, the average day length in May is 14h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Cottage Grove, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°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 (30.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Cottage Grove, TN

Average pressure in May - Cottage Grove, 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
Cottage Grove, TN

Average wind speed in May - Cottage Grove, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Cottage Grove, TN

Average humidity in May - Cottage Grove, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Cottage Grove, TN

Average rainfall in May - Cottage Grove, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Cottage Grove, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Cottage Grove, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cottage Grove, TN

Average snowfall in May - Cottage Grove, TN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cottage Grove, TN

Average snowfall days in May - Cottage Grove, TN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Cottage Grove, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cottage Grove, 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
Cottage Grove, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Cottage Grove, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Cottage Grove, TN

Average UV index in May - Cottage Grove, TN
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Cottage Grove, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Cottage Grove, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

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

Average visibility in May
Cottage Grove, TN

Average visibility in May - Cottage Grove, TN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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