May weather forecast
Cherokee, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cherokee, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 79°F (26.1°C) and 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a warm 79°F (26.1°C). Cherokee, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cherokee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 40.12" (1019mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cherokee, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Cherokee. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. 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.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cherokee in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cherokee, records 79°F (26.1°C), while the low-temperature is 59.7°F (15.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cherokee?

The average relative humidity in May in Cherokee is 77%.

How much does it rain in Cherokee in May?

In Cherokee, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cherokee?

May through October are months without snowfall in Cherokee.

Does it snow in Cherokee in May?

In May, in Cherokee, Alabama, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Cherokee have in May?

In Cherokee, Alabama, the average day length in May is 14h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cherokee?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cherokee?

In Cherokee, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Cherokee?

The months with the highest UV index in Cherokee, Alabama, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Cherokee?

In Cherokee, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cherokee, AL

Average temperature in May - Cherokee, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cherokee, AL

Average pressure in May - Cherokee, AL
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cherokee, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cherokee, AL

Average humidity in May - Cherokee, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cherokee, AL

Average rainfall in May - Cherokee, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cherokee, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Cherokee, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cherokee, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cherokee, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cherokee, AL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cherokee, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Cherokee, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cherokee, AL

Average UV index in May - Cherokee, AL
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cherokee, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Cherokee, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Cherokee, AL

Average visibility in May - Cherokee, AL
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July and August (5mi).

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