May weather forecast
Mountain City, TN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Mountain City, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and an average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C) in April to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). In May, Mountain City experiences a temperature dip to an average of 50.5°F (10.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In Mountain City, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mountain City, in May, during 19.1 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mountain City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Mountain City. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Mountain City aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Mountain City, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Mountain City, Tennessee, is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, in Mountain City, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mountain City, Tennessee, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Mountain City?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mountain City during May are 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Mountain City?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Mountain City in May?

In Mountain City, in May, during 19.1 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Mountain City?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Mountain City, Tennessee. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Mountain City aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Mountain City?

In May, the average day length in Mountain City, Tennessee, is 14h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Mountain City?

On the first day of May in Mountain City, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Mountain City?

In Mountain City, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Mountain City?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May in Mountain City?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Mountain City, Tennessee, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mountain City, TN

Average temperature in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Mountain City, TN

Average pressure in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Mountain City, TN

Average wind speed in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Mountain City, TN

Average humidity in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Mountain City, TN

Average rainfall in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Mountain City, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mountain City, TN

Average snowfall in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mountain City, TN

Average snowfall days in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mountain City, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mountain City, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mountain City, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Mountain City, TN

Average UV index in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Mountain City, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Mountain City, TN

Average visibility in May - Mountain City, TN
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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