May weather forecast
East Ridge, TN

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Weather in May

May, the doorstep to summer in East Ridge, brings further elevation in temperature and a continual drop in precipitation. Weather during this period becomes significantly warmer than in April and comparatively dry than what June offers. There are no recorded occurrences of snowfall during this month. Remarkably, the highest recorded temperature peaks at a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C), indicating that summer is right around the corner. The increased daylight hours and relative dryness make it an excellent time for outdoor activities.

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C). An average temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In East Ridge, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In East Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In East Ridge, Tennessee, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in East Ridge, is 78.6°F (25.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In East Ridge, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In East Ridge, snow does not fall in May through October.

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?

The average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does East Ridge have in May?

In East Ridge, Tennessee, 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.

How high is the UV index in May?

In East Ridge, Tennessee, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
East Ridge, TN

Average temperature in May - East Ridge, 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
East Ridge, TN

Average pressure in May - East Ridge, 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
East Ridge, TN

Average wind speed in May - East Ridge, 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
East Ridge, TN

Average humidity in May - East Ridge, 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
East Ridge, TN

Average rainfall in May - East Ridge, 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
East Ridge, TN

Average rainfall days in May - East Ridge, 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
East Ridge, TN

Average snowfall in May - East Ridge, 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
East Ridge, TN

Average snowfall days in May - East Ridge, 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
East Ridge, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Ridge, 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 54min).

  • 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
East Ridge, TN

Average sunshine days in May - East Ridge, 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
East Ridge, TN

Average UV index in May - East Ridge, 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
East Ridge, TN

Average cloud cover in May - East Ridge, 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
East Ridge, TN

Average visibility in May - East Ridge, 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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