May weather forecast
Black, AL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Black, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 65.1°F (18.4°C) and 84.7°F (29.3°C).

Temperature

Black in May observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from 78.1°F (25.6°C) in April to a still moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C). An average low-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) is recorded in the month of May.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. 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. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Black are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout May, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Black, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.8 days and collects up to 7.05" (179mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Black, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Black, the average sunshine in May is 10.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Black. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Black in May?

May temperatures in Black, Alabama, vary between a high-temperature of 84.7°F (29.3°C) and a low-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the least humid months in Black?

The months with the lowest humidity in Black, Alabama, are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in May in Black?

The average relative humidity in May in Black, Alabama, is 70%.

How many days does it rain in May in Black?

In Black, in May, during 7 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Black have in May?

In May, the average day length in Black, Alabama, is 13h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Black?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Black?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index in Black?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Black?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Black is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Black, AL

Average temperature in May - Black, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 84.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 65.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Black, AL

Average pressure in May - Black, 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, August and September (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Black, AL

Average wind speed in May - Black, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Black, AL

Average humidity in May - Black, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Black, AL

Average rainfall in May - Black, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in May
Black, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Black, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.7 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Black, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Black, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Black, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Black, AL

Average UV index in May - Black, 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
Black, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Black, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Black, AL

Average visibility in May - Black, 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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