May weather forecast
West Forest, TN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Forest, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). West Forest, after hot May days, encounters a marked drop to an average nighttime temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

In West Forest, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout May, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Forest, Tennessee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In West Forest, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In West Forest, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature, in May, in West Forest, is 78.4°F (25.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In West Forest, in May, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In West Forest, snow does not fall in May through October.

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 West Forest have in May?

In May, the average day length in West Forest is 14h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Forest have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in West Forest?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Forest, TN

Average temperature in May - West Forest, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in May
West Forest, TN

Average pressure in May - West Forest, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"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
West Forest, TN

Average wind speed in May - West Forest, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in May
West Forest, TN

Average humidity in May - West Forest, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in May
West Forest, TN

Average rainfall in May - West Forest, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
West Forest, TN

Average rainfall days in May - West Forest, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Forest, TN

Average snowfall in May - West Forest, TN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in May
West Forest, TN

Average snowfall days in May - West Forest, TN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
West Forest, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Forest, 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 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Forest, TN

Average sunshine days in May - West Forest, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
West Forest, TN

Average UV index in May - West Forest, 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
West Forest, TN

Average cloud cover in May - West Forest, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
West Forest, TN

Average visibility in May - West Forest, TN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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