May weather forecast
Murfreesboro, TN

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Weather in May

May in Murfreesboro marks the gradual transition from spring to summer. This month outdoes April, registering warmer temperatures and extended daylight hours. The city experiences its warmest temperatures yet, with the range being from 58.5°F (14.7°C) to an impressive 77.5°F (25.3°C). The bright, warm weather and nominal rainfall create an inviting environment for outdoor activities. The subsequent month, June, ushers in the peak of summer with higher temperatures and increased daylight hours.

Temperature

In Murfreesboro, the average high-temperature in May slightly increases from an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Murfreesboro, during May, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Murfreesboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.1 days and collects up to 12.76" (324mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Murfreesboro, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, are 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Murfreesboro, during May, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) 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 Murfreesboro, the average day length in May is 14h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Murfreesboro, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Murfreesboro have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

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 intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Murfreesboro, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Murfreesboro, TN

Average pressure in May - Murfreesboro, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Murfreesboro, TN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Murfreesboro, TN

Average humidity in May - Murfreesboro, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Murfreesboro, TN

Average rainfall in May - Murfreesboro, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Murfreesboro, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Murfreesboro, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Murfreesboro, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Murfreesboro, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Murfreesboro, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Murfreesboro, 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 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Murfreesboro, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Murfreesboro, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Murfreesboro, TN

Average UV index in May - Murfreesboro, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Murfreesboro, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Murfreesboro, TN

Average visibility in May - Murfreesboro, 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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