Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, Dorchester experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). Dorchester temperatures generally rest at a low of 62.2°F (16.8°C) during the May nights.Humidity
The most humid month in Dorchester is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In May, in Dorchester, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout May, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dorchester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 32.64" (829mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Dorchester, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Dorchester, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Dorchester, Texas, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Dorchester is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Dorchester in May?
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How many days does it rain in May in Dorchester?
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What is the UV index intensity in May in Dorchester?
Average temperature in May
Dorchester, TX
- Average high temperature in May: 79.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Dorchester, TX
- Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Dorchester, TX
- Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Dorchester, TX
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).
Average rainfall in May
Dorchester, TX
- Average rainfall in May: 3.74"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").
Average rainfall days in May
Dorchester, TX
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dorchester, TX
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dorchester, TX
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Dorchester, TX
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dorchester, TX
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Dorchester, TX
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Dorchester, TX
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in May
Dorchester, 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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