May weather forecast
Rutherford, TN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Rutherford, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between min 60.6°F (15.9°C) and max 77.4°F (25.2°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature mildly increases in May, edging from a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C). Rutherford cools down to an average low-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Rutherford, Tennessee, during May, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 38.46" (977mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Rutherford, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Rutherford, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rutherford in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 77.4°F (25.2°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Rutherford, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Rutherford, Tennessee, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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 6:02 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rutherford have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate 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
Rutherford, TN

Average temperature in May - Rutherford, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Rutherford, TN

Average pressure in May - Rutherford, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Rutherford, TN

Average wind speed in May - Rutherford, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Rutherford, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Rutherford, TN

Average rainfall in May - Rutherford, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Rutherford, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Rutherford, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rutherford, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rutherford, TN

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rutherford, TN

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rutherford, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Rutherford, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Rutherford, TN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Rutherford, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Rutherford, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Rutherford, TN

Average visibility in May - Rutherford, 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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