May weather forecast
Chiefland, FL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Chiefland, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 84.9°F (29.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature stands at a still warm 84.9°F (29.4°C), closely aligned with April's 79.9°F (26.6°C). Throughout May, the temperature falls to an average low of 67.1°F (19.5°C).

Heat index

May's heat index is estimated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Chiefland is 73%.

Rainfall

In Chiefland, Florida, in May, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chiefland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154 days and collects up to 21.69" (551mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Chiefland, snow does not fall in January through November.

Daylight

In Chiefland, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Chiefland, Florida, the average sunshine in May is 10.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is May in Chiefland?

Chiefland in May has an average high-temperature of 84.9°F (29.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Chiefland?

In Chiefland, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May in Chiefland?

In Chiefland, Florida, in May, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Chiefland?

January through November are months without snowfall in Chiefland.

How many hours of daylight does Chiefland have in May?

In Chiefland, the average day length in May is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Chiefland?

On the first day of May in Chiefland, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chiefland have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Chiefland is 10.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Chiefland?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Chiefland?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Chiefland, Florida, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Chiefland, FL

Average temperature in May - Chiefland, FL
  • Average high temperature in May: 84.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (64°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 67.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Chiefland, FL

Average pressure in May - Chiefland, FL
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Chiefland, FL

Average wind speed in May - Chiefland, FL
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Chiefland, FL

Average humidity in May - Chiefland, FL
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Chiefland, FL

Average rainfall in May - Chiefland, FL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in May
Chiefland, FL

Average rainfall days in May - Chiefland, FL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
Chiefland, FL

Average snowfall days in May - Chiefland, FL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chiefland, FL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chiefland, FL
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Chiefland, FL

Average sunshine days in May - Chiefland, FL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Chiefland, FL

Average UV index in May - Chiefland, FL
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Chiefland, FL

Average cloud cover in May - Chiefland, FL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Chiefland, FL

Average visibility in May - Chiefland, FL
  • 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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