May weather forecastForest Home, AL
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Forest Home, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and an average high of 85.1°F (29.5°C).Temperature
The start of May brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from April's moderately hot 77°F (25°C) to a still warm 85.1°F (29.5°C). Forest Home observes a noteworthy temperature drop from the daily highs during May nights, with a mean temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C).Heat index
May's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Forest Home is 72%.Rainfall
In Forest Home, during May, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.8 rainfall days, and 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 48min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Forest Home, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 85.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39°F).
Average pressure in May
Forest Home, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Forest Home, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Forest Home, AL
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Forest Home, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 3.15"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Forest Home, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Forest Home, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Forest Home, AL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 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
Forest Home, AL
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Forest Home, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Forest Home, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Forest Home, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Forest Home, AL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (5mi).
