May weather forecast
Dolomite, AL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Dolomite, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 81.9°F (27.7°C) and an average low of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

May sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) in April to a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C). During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 61.2°F (16.2°C) at night.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In Dolomite, Alabama, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Dolomite, during May, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 39.69" (1008mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Dolomite, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 81.9°F (27.7°C) and a low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Dolomite is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Dolomite, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Dolomite, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Dolomite, the average day length in May is 13h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dolomite?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Dolomite, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average pressure in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average wind speed in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average humidity in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average rainfall in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average snowfall in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average snowfall days in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average UV index in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Dolomite, 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
Dolomite, AL

Average visibility in May - Dolomite, 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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