May weather forecastVinegar Bend, AL
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Vinegar Bend, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 85.8°F (29.9°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C).Temperature
May brings a slight rise in Vinegar Bend's average high-temperature, moving from a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) in April to a still moderately hot 85.8°F (29.9°C). Nightly average temperatures in May reveal a significant dip from daytime highs, registering a consistent an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C).Heat index
The heat index for May is estimated at a sweltering 96.8°F (36°C). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.8 rainfall days, and 38.43" (976mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Vinegar Bend, snow does not fall in March through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 46min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Vinegar Bend, the average sunshine in May is 10.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 85.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 63.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).
Average humidity in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5 days).
Average UV index in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Vinegar Bend, AL
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).
