May weather forecast
Southmont, AL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Southmont, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.7°F (28.7°C) and an average low of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

Southmont's May weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from 76.6°F (24.8°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C). Southmont observes an average low-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) during May.

Heat index

May's average heat index is estimated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Southmont is 71%.

Rainfall

In Southmont, Alabama, during May, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Southmont, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Southmont, Alabama, is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Southmont, the average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Southmont are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May leads to these advisories:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Southmont during May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Southmont, is 83.7°F (28.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Southmont?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Southmont?

In Southmont, Alabama, in May, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Southmont?

In Southmont, Alabama, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Southmont have in May?

The average day length in May in Southmont, Alabama, is 13h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Southmont?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Southmont?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Southmont is 10.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Southmont?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Southmont.

What is the UV index reading in May in Southmont?

In Southmont, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Southmont, AL

Average temperature in May - Southmont, AL
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Southmont, AL

Average pressure in May - Southmont, AL
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Southmont, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and December (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Southmont, AL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Southmont, AL

Average rainfall in May - Southmont, AL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.93"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in May
Southmont, AL

Average rainfall days in May - Southmont, AL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Southmont, AL

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (0.2").
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
Southmont, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Southmont, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Southmont, AL

Average sunshine days in May - Southmont, AL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.5 days

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

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Average UV index in May
Southmont, AL

Average UV index in May - Southmont, AL
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Southmont, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Southmont, AL

Average visibility in May - Southmont, 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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