May weather forecastMinor Terrace, AL
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Minor Terrace, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and an average high of 81.3°F (27.4°C).Temperature
The start of May brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from April's 73.4°F (23°C) to a still warm 81.3°F (27.4°C). Minor Terrace's temperature lowers to a mean of 60.3°F (15.7°C) during the nights in May.Heat index
May's mean heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). If exposure and activity persist, fatigue could ensue, possibly leading to heat cramps.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Minor Terrace, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175.7 rainfall days, and 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.2h.UV index
In Minor Terrace, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Minor Terrace, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 81.3°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 (51.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 60.3°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Minor Terrace, AL
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"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).
Average wind speed in May
Minor Terrace, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Minor Terrace, 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 (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Minor Terrace, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Minor Terrace, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Minor Terrace, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Minor Terrace, AL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 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
Minor Terrace, AL
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 54min
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 12min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Minor Terrace, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Minor Terrace, 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, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Minor Terrace, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Minor Terrace, 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).
