May weather forecast
Forestdale, AL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Forestdale, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and an average high of 81.7°F (27.6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from 73.4°F (23°C) in April to a still warm 81.7°F (27.6°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 61.2°F (16.2°C) in May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Forestdale is 73%.

Rainfall

In Forestdale, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Forestdale, there are 173.7 rainfall days, and 40" (1016mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Forestdale.

Daylight

In Forestdale, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:30 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 10h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Forestdale?

In Forestdale, 81.7°F (27.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 61.2°F (16.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Forestdale?

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Forestdale in May?

In Forestdale, Alabama, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Forestdale?

In Forestdale, Alabama, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Forestdale have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Forestdale?

On the first day of May in Forestdale, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Forestdale have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Forestdale is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Forestdale?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Forestdale, AL

Average temperature in May - Forestdale, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 81.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Forestdale, AL

Average pressure in May - Forestdale, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Forestdale, AL

Average wind speed in May - Forestdale, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Forestdale, AL

Average humidity in May - Forestdale, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Forestdale, AL

Average rainfall in May - Forestdale, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Forestdale, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Forestdale, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Forestdale, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Forestdale, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Forestdale, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Forestdale, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Forestdale, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Forestdale, AL

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Forestdale, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Forestdale, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Forestdale, AL

Average visibility in May - Forestdale, 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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