May weather forecast
Gadsden, AL

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A magnificent dusk shot of the famous Broad Street Bridge in Gadsden, Alabama
A magnificent dusk shot of the famous Broad Street Bridge in Gadsden, Alabama

Weather in May

May carries the mantle of warmer weather forward in Gadsden, a distinct change from April's milder climate. The days grow busier under the sun as summer starts to cast its golden glow over the city. Higher UV Index levels in May translates to an increased number of sunshine-filled days. The mercury frequently touches 80.4°F (26.9°C), indicating a move away from April's spring-like feel. By the end of May, Gadsden is fully draped in summer with the promise of June's even hotter conditions looming.

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C). During the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) is observed in Gadsden.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Gadsden is 75%.

Rainfall

In Gadsden, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gadsden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.9 days and collects up to 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Gadsden, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of May, in Gadsden, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Gadsden, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Gadsden. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Gadsden?

The high-temperature, in May, in Gadsden, is 80.4°F (26.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Gadsden?

In May, the average relative humidity in Gadsden, Alabama, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Gadsden in May?

In Gadsden, Alabama, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gadsden?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gadsden have in May?

The average day length in May in Gadsden is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Gadsden?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gadsden, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gadsden have in May?

In Gadsden, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Gadsden?

In Gadsden, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gadsden, AL

Average temperature in May - Gadsden, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.5°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 (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Gadsden, AL

Average pressure in May - Gadsden, AL
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Gadsden, AL

Average wind speed in May - Gadsden, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

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 (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Gadsden, AL

Average humidity in May - Gadsden, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

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
Gadsden, AL

Average rainfall in May - Gadsden, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.4").

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Average rainfall days in May
Gadsden, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Gadsden, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Gadsden, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
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
Gadsden, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Gadsden, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gadsden, AL
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Gadsden, AL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Gadsden, AL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Gadsden, AL

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

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

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Average visibility in May
Gadsden, AL

Average visibility in May - Gadsden, 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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