May weather forecast
Palmyra, TN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Palmyra, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 76.8°F (24.9°C) and min 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C) to a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C). In the month of May, Palmyra's average low-temperature falls to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Palmyra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of May in Palmyra, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Palmyra, is 76.8°F (24.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Palmyra?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Palmyra, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Palmyra have in May?

The average day length in May in Palmyra is 14h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Palmyra is 9.4h.

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 reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Palmyra, TN

Average temperature in May - Palmyra, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Palmyra, TN

Average pressure in May - Palmyra, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Palmyra, TN

Average wind speed in May - Palmyra, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Palmyra, TN

Average humidity in May - Palmyra, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Palmyra, TN

Average rainfall in May - Palmyra, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Palmyra, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Palmyra, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Palmyra, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Palmyra, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Palmyra, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palmyra, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Palmyra, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Palmyra, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Palmyra, TN

Average UV index in May - Palmyra, 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
Palmyra, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Palmyra, TN

Average visibility in May - Palmyra, TN
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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