May weather forecast
Canyon, TX

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Canyon, Texas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.6°F (27°C) and an average low of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Temperature

Canyon observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C). Despite drastic daily temperature oscillations, Canyon cools down to an average low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) in May.

Heat index

The heat index in May is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 43%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout May, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 87.4 rainfall days, and 13.11" (333mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.9h.

UV index

In Canyon, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Canyon, is 80.6°F (27°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Canyon, the average relative humidity in May is 43%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Canyon, in May, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated 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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Canyon, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Canyon, TX

Average temperature in May - Canyon, TX
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Canyon, TX

Average pressure in May - Canyon, TX
  • Average pressure in May: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Canyon, TX

Average wind speed in May - Canyon, TX
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Canyon, TX

Average humidity in May - Canyon, TX
  • Average humidity in May: 43%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (41%).

Average rainfall in May
Canyon, TX

Average rainfall in May - Canyon, TX
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Canyon, TX

Average rainfall days in May - Canyon, TX
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Canyon, TX

Average snowfall in May - Canyon, TX
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Canyon, TX

Average snowfall days in May - Canyon, TX
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (2.7 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
Canyon, TX

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Canyon, TX
  • 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Canyon, TX

Average sunshine days in May - Canyon, TX
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Canyon, TX

Average UV index in May - Canyon, TX
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Canyon, TX

Average cloud cover in May - Canyon, TX
  • Average cloud cover in May: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Canyon, TX

Average visibility in May - Canyon, TX
  • 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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