May weather forecast
Lakeland, TN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Lakeland, Tennessee, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.3°F (25.7°C) and 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) to a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 61.9°F (16.6°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148 rainfall days, and 25.35" (644mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lakeland, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

In Lakeland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Lakeland, is 78.3°F (25.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 61.9°F (16.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Lakeland, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of 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 in Lakeland, Tennessee, is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lakeland have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Lakeland?

In Lakeland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lakeland, TN

Average temperature in May - Lakeland, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Lakeland, TN

Average pressure in May - Lakeland, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lakeland, TN

Average wind speed in May - Lakeland, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Lakeland, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Lakeland, TN

Average rainfall in May - Lakeland, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
Lakeland, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Lakeland, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lakeland, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lakeland, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lakeland, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lakeland, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Lakeland, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Lakeland, TN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Lakeland, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Lakeland, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Lakeland, TN

Average visibility in May - Lakeland, 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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