May weather forecast
Gilchrist, TN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Gilchrist, Tennessee, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 78.8°F (26°C).

Temperature

May showcases a minor temperature ascent, adjusting from April's agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) to a warm 78.8°F (26°C). During May nights, Gilchrist records an average temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gilchrist, in May, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gilchrist, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.3 days and collects up to 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gilchrist, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Gilchrist, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Gilchrist, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Gilchrist, is 78.8°F (26°C) and the average low-temperature is 59.7°F (15.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Gilchrist, in May, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gilchrist have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Gilchrist, TN

Average pressure in May - Gilchrist, 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
Gilchrist, TN

Average wind speed in May - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Gilchrist, TN

Average humidity in May - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

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

Average rainfall in May
Gilchrist, TN

Average rainfall in May - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Gilchrist, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gilchrist, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gilchrist, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gilchrist, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gilchrist, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Gilchrist, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Gilchrist, TN

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Gilchrist, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Gilchrist, TN

Average visibility in May - Gilchrist, 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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