May weather forecast
Sterling City, TX

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Sterling City, Texas, with an average temperature varying between 64°F (17.8°C) and 86.5°F (30.3°C).

Temperature

Sterling City perceives a slight temperature ascent during May, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) in April to a tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C). Despite drastic daily temperature oscillations, Sterling City cools down to an average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) in May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 54%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of May in Sterling City, Texas, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 86.5°F (30.3°C) and 64°F (17.8°C) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 54%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sterling City, during May, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Sterling City, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Sterling City, the average day length in May is 13h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling City have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Sterling City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sterling City, TX

Average temperature in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average high temperature in May: 86.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (57.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Sterling City, TX

Average pressure in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average pressure in May: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sterling City, TX

Average wind speed in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Sterling City, TX

Average humidity in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and November (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in May
Sterling City, TX

Average rainfall in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Sterling City, TX

Average rainfall days in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sterling City, TX

Average snowfall in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sterling City, TX

Average snowfall days in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
Sterling City, TX

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sterling City, TX

Average sunshine days in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Sterling City, TX

Average UV index in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Sterling City, TX

Average cloud cover in May - Sterling City, TX
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Sterling City, TX

Average visibility in May - Sterling City, 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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