May weather forecast
Rockwood, TN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Rockwood, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

Rockwood's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from an agreeable 68°F (20°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). During May, Rockwood experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Rockwood, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rockwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.6 days and collects up to 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Rockwood, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of May, in Rockwood, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Rockwood. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rockwood in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rockwood are 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Rockwood?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Rockwood in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rockwood?

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

Does it snow in Rockwood in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Rockwood?

In Rockwood, Tennessee, the average day length in May is 14h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Rockwood?

On the first day of May in Rockwood, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockwood have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Rockwood?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Rockwood?

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

Average temperature in May - Rockwood, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Rockwood, TN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Rockwood, TN

Average wind speed in May - Rockwood, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.1mph

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
Rockwood, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Rockwood, TN

Average rainfall in May - Rockwood, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in May
Rockwood, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Rockwood, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rockwood, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rockwood, TN

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.3 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
Rockwood, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rockwood, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rockwood, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Rockwood, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Rockwood, TN

Average UV index in May - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Rockwood, TN

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

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

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