May weather forecast
Nashville, TN

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Overlooking the city buildings of Nashville, Tennessee, across the riverfront, with a big cruise ship ashore

Weather in May

Nashville in May fully embraces its transformation to warmer temperatures as it enters meteorological summer. Echoing the spirit of the season, the city basks under the sun for an average of 14.1 hours per day. Occasional spring showers may grace the city, accentuating the annual revival of flora and fauna. As Nashville, Tennessee experiences increasing temperatures, the city readies itself for the summer holidays.

Temperature

The onset of May brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). Nashville's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

In Nashville, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Nashville, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Nashville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.9 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Nashville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Nashville in May?

In Nashville, in May, the average high-temperature is 78.1°F (25.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout May, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Nashville?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, in Nashville, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Nashville have in May?

In Nashville, the average day length in May is 14h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nashville 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.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Nashville, TN

Average temperature in May - Nashville, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Nashville, TN

Average pressure in May - Nashville, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Nashville, TN

Average wind speed in May - Nashville, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Nashville, TN

Average humidity in May - Nashville, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Nashville, TN

Average rainfall in May - Nashville, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Nashville, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Nashville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Nashville, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Nashville, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 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
Nashville, TN

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nashville, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Nashville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Nashville, TN

Average UV index in May - Nashville, 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
Nashville, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Nashville, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

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

Average visibility in May
Nashville, TN

Average visibility in May - Nashville, 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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