May weather forecastOxford, AL
May
Weather in May
May sets the stage for transitional weather in Oxford, Alabama, as it inches closer to summer temperatures. The warmth in the air becomes more palpable this month with a significant increase in daylight and outdoor activity. The weather dazzles with a high of 80.4°F (26.9°C) and a low of 59.4°F (15.2°C), providing more opportunities for people to enjoy the radiant outdoors. A remarkable freshness persists owing to frequent rainfall that nourishes the flourishing nature. Therefore, the weather in May is marked by warmth, ample sunshine, and refreshing showers.Temperature
The arrival of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C) in April to a warm 80.4°F (26.9°C). Oxford's average low-temperature in the month of May is recorded at a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C).Humidity
In Oxford, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In Oxford, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oxford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.1 days and collects up to 37.05" (941mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall in Oxford.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of May, in Oxford, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 10h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Oxford, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 80.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 59.4°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 (34.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Oxford, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Oxford, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Oxford, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
Oxford, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").
Average rainfall days in May
Oxford, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 16 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Oxford, 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, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Oxford, AL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Oxford, 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 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Oxford, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Oxford, 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Oxford, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Oxford, AL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
