May weather forecast
Nelsontown, TN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Nelsontown, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average low of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and an average high of 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C) to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). Nelsontown reports a substantial plunge from daytime highs during the nights of May, with an average low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Nelsontown is 76%.

Rainfall

In Nelsontown, during May, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Nelsontown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.1 days and collects up to 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Nelsontown, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Nelsontown, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. 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. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 75.7°F (24.3°C) and the low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout May, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Nelsontown, Tennessee, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in Nelsontown is 14h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the month with 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?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Nelsontown, TN

Average temperature in May - Nelsontown, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Nelsontown, TN

Average pressure in May - Nelsontown, 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
Nelsontown, TN

Average wind speed in May - Nelsontown, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Nelsontown, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Nelsontown, TN

Average rainfall in May - Nelsontown, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Nelsontown, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Nelsontown, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Nelsontown, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Nelsontown, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Nelsontown, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nelsontown, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nelsontown, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Nelsontown, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Nelsontown, TN

Average UV index in May - Nelsontown, 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
Nelsontown, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Nelsontown, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Nelsontown, TN

Average visibility in May - Nelsontown, TN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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