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
In Bessemer, the average high-temperature in May slightly increases from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) in April to a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C). In Bessemer, May nights cool down to an average of 61.2°F (16.2°C).Heat index
The heat index for May is estimated at a hot 86°F (30°C). If exposure and activity persist, fatigue could ensue, possibly leading to heat cramps.It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 73%.Rainfall
In Bessemer, in May, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bessemer, Alabama, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 39.69" (1008mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Bessemer.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Bessemer is 13h and 54min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 10.1h.UV index
April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete 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
What is the temperature in May in Bessemer?
What is the average humidity in May in Bessemer?
How much does it rain in Bessemer in May?
When it does not snow in Bessemer?
How many hours of daylight does Bessemer have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bessemer?
How many hours of sunshine does Bessemer have in May?
When is the highest UV index in Bessemer?
How high is the UV index in May in Bessemer?
Average temperature in May
Bessemer, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 81.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).
Average pressure in May
Bessemer, AL
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Bessemer, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Bessemer, AL
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Bessemer, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Bessemer, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bessemer, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bessemer, AL
- 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
Bessemer, AL
- 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: 10h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bessemer, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Bessemer, AL
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Bessemer, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Bessemer, 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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