May weather forecastQuincy, FL
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Quincy, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 85.6°F (29.8°C) and min 64.9°F (18.3°C).Temperature
The start of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 78.8°F (26°C) in April to a still moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C). An average low-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) is recorded in the month of May in Quincy, Florida.Heat index
May's heat index is estimated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.
Humidity
The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Quincy, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Quincy, there are 184.9 rainfall days, and 37.6" (955mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Quincy, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 43min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Quincy is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Quincy are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in May leads to these recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Quincy, FL
- Average high temperature in May: 85.6°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.9°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 (42.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Quincy, FL
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Quincy, FL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Quincy, FL
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Quincy, FL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").
Average rainfall days in May
Quincy, FL
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Quincy, FL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Quincy, FL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Quincy, FL
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 42min
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 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Quincy, FL
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Quincy, FL
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Quincy, FL
- Average cloud cover in May: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Quincy, FL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and December (5mi).
