May weather forecast
Maylene, AL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Maylene, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.8°F (16°C) and 81.5°F (27.5°C).

Temperature

May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from 74.1°F (23.4°C) in April to a still warm 81.5°F (27.5°C). Maylene, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). If one persists in activity during exposure, it could induce weariness and subsequently, heat cramps.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Maylene, in May, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Maylene, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall in Maylene.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Maylene, Alabama, is 13h and 53min.
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 5:39 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Maylene, the average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

In Maylene, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Maylene?

In Maylene, in May, the average high-temperature is 81.5°F (27.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.8°F (16°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Maylene?

The average relative humidity in May in Maylene, Alabama, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in Maylene?

In Maylene, in May, during 12.4 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Maylene?

March through November are months without snowfall in Maylene, Alabama.

What is the average length of the day in May in Maylene?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Maylene?

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 5:39 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Maylene?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Maylene?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Maylene, Alabama, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Maylene, AL

Average temperature in May - Maylene, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 81.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Maylene, AL

Average pressure in May - Maylene, 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
Maylene, AL

Average wind speed in May - Maylene, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Maylene, AL

Average humidity in May - Maylene, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Maylene, AL

Average rainfall in May - Maylene, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in May
Maylene, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Maylene, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Maylene, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Maylene, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Maylene, AL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Maylene, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Maylene, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Maylene, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Maylene, AL

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Maylene, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Maylene, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Maylene, AL

Average visibility in May - Maylene, 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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