May weather forecast
Ashford, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ashford, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and an average high of 84.6°F (29.2°C).

Temperature

Ashford observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of May, adjusting from April's moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) to a still warm 84.6°F (29.2°C). During May, the average low-temperature is an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Heat index

The heat index for May is calculated to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Ashford, in May, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ashford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.4 days and collects up to 28.43" (722mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of May in Ashford, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Ashford, Alabama, the average sunshine in May is 10.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ashford, Alabama, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Ashford during May?

During May, Ashford experiences an average high-temperature of 84.6°F (29.2°C) and a low-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the least humid months in Ashford?

May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Ashford, Alabama.

What is the average humidity in May in Ashford?

The average relative humidity in May in Ashford, Alabama, is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May in Ashford?

In Ashford, Alabama, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ashford?

In Ashford, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Ashford have in May?

The average day length in May in Ashford is 13h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Ashford?

On the first day of May in Ashford, Alabama, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashford have in May?

In Ashford, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Ashford?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Ashford?

In Ashford, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ashford, AL

Average temperature in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 84.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 65.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Ashford, AL

Average pressure in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Ashford, AL

Average wind speed in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Ashford, AL

Average humidity in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Ashford, AL

Average rainfall in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in May
Ashford, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Ashford, AL

Average snowfall in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Ashford, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ashford, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Ashford, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Ashford, AL

Average UV index in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Ashford, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Ashford, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Ashford, AL

Average visibility in May - Ashford, AL
  • 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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