May weather forecast
Drake Forest, TN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Drake Forest, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 57.2°F (14°C) and an average high of 78.6°F (25.9°C).

Temperature

Drake Forest's transition into May is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C). Drake Forest cools down to an average low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

In Drake Forest, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Drake Forest, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of May, in Drake Forest, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Drake Forest, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. 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. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 57.2°F (14°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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 May, the average day length is 14h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

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 threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Drake Forest, TN

Average temperature in May - Drake Forest, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.6°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 (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Drake Forest, TN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Drake Forest, TN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Drake Forest, TN

Average humidity in May - Drake Forest, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Drake Forest, TN

Average rainfall in May - Drake Forest, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in May
Drake Forest, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Drake Forest, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Drake Forest, TN

Average snowfall in May - Drake Forest, TN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Drake Forest, TN

Average snowfall days in May - Drake Forest, TN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Drake Forest, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Drake Forest, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Drake Forest, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Drake Forest, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in May
Drake Forest, TN

Average UV index in May - Drake Forest, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Drake Forest, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Drake Forest, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

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
Drake Forest, TN

Average visibility in May - Drake Forest, TN
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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