May weather forecast
Prospect, TN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Prospect, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average high of 77.5°F (25.3°C) and an average low of 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). An average low-temperature of 59°F (15°C) is noted during the nights in May.

Humidity

In Prospect, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Prospect, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.4 days and collects up to 41.34" (1050mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Prospect, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Prospect are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Prospect in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Prospect, is 77.5°F (25.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 59°F (15°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Prospect, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Prospect in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Prospect?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Prospect, Tennessee, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Prospect have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Prospect, TN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°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 (31.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Prospect, TN

Average pressure in May - Prospect, 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
Prospect, TN

Average wind speed in May - Prospect, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Prospect, TN

Average humidity in May - Prospect, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Prospect, TN

Average rainfall in May - Prospect, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in May
Prospect, TN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Prospect, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Prospect, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Prospect, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Prospect, TN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Prospect, TN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Prospect, TN

Average UV index in May - Prospect, TN
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Prospect, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Prospect, 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 30).

Average visibility in May
Prospect, TN

Average visibility in May - Prospect, 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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