May weather forecast
Opelika, AL

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Opelika, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.3°F (28.5°C) and min 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

In Opelika, Alabama, the average high-temperature in May marginally rises from 75.4°F (24.1°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C). In May, in Opelika, the average low-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature', 'real feel', or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. This effect is subjective, depending on the activity and individual's heat perception influenced by various reasons (wind, differences in body mass, height, and shape, pregnancy). Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Opelika, Alabama, is 71%.

Rainfall

In Opelika, during 14.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Opelika, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Opelika, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Opelika is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Opelika is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Opelika?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Opelika, is 83.3°F (28.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C). in May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Opelika?

In Opelika, Alabama, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

How much does it rain in Opelika in May?

In Opelika, in May, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Opelika?

April through November are months without snowfall in Opelika.

How many hours of daylight does Opelika have in May?

In Opelika, the average day length in May is 13h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Opelika?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Opelika, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Opelika have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Opelika is 10.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Opelika?

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

Average temperature in May - Opelika, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Opelika, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Opelika, AL

Average wind speed in May - Opelika, AL
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Opelika, AL

Average humidity in May - Opelika, AL
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Opelika, AL

Average rainfall in May - Opelika, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Opelika, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Opelika, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Opelika, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Opelika, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Opelika, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Opelika, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Opelika, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Opelika, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Opelika, AL

Average cloud cover in May - Opelika, AL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Opelika, AL

Average visibility in May - Opelika, 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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