May weather forecast
Sun Valley, FL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Sun Valley, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average high of 81.3°F (27.4°C) and an average low of 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during May registers at a still warm 81.3°F (27.4°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Consistently, Sun Valley reports average nighttime temperatures of 75.7°F (24.3°C) during May, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.

Heat index

May's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 86°F (30°C). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

In Sun Valley, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Sun Valley, in May, it is raining for 20.2 days, with typically 5.67" (144mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sun Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 238.3 days and collects up to 54.53" (1385mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Sun Valley, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sun Valley is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sun Valley, Florida, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Sun Valley?

The high-temperature in Sun Valley during May is 81.3°F (27.4°C) and the low-temperature is 75.7°F (24.3°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sun Valley?

The average relative humidity in May in Sun Valley, Florida, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Sun Valley in May?

In Sun Valley, in May, during 20.2 rainfall days, 5.67" (144mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sun Valley?

In May, the average day length in Sun Valley is 13h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sun Valley?

On the first day of May in Sun Valley, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sun Valley have in May?

In Sun Valley, Florida, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Sun Valley?

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sun Valley, Florida.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sun Valley?

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

Average temperature in May - Sun Valley, FL
  • Average high temperature in May: 81.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 75.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (64°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sun Valley, FL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sun Valley, FL

Average wind speed in May - Sun Valley, FL
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sun Valley, FL

Average humidity in May - Sun Valley, FL
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sun Valley, FL

Average rainfall in May - Sun Valley, FL
  • Average rainfall in May: 5.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (9.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sun Valley, FL

Average rainfall days in May - Sun Valley, FL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.3 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sun Valley, FL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sun Valley, FL
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sun Valley, FL

Average sunshine days in May - Sun Valley, FL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sun Valley, FL

Average UV index in May - Sun Valley, FL
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sun Valley, FL

Average cloud cover in May - Sun Valley, FL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January, October, November and December (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Sun Valley, FL

Average visibility in May - Sun Valley, 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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