May weather forecastTommytown, FL

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a tropical month in Tommytown, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and an average high of 86.4°F (30.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees an average high-temperature of a hot 86.4°F (30.2°C), hardly diverging from April's 82°F (27.8°C). Tommytown observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) during the month of May.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Tommytown, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Tommytown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.6 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Tommytown, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.7h.

UV index

May through July and September, 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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Tommytown, is 86.4°F (30.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 68.2°F (20.1°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

In May, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout May, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

February through December are months without snowfall.

The average day length in May is 13h and 34min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

In Tommytown, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

The months with the highest UV index in Tommytown are May through July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 86.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (67.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 68.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (50.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Tommytown, FL

  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tommytown, FL

  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Tommytown, FL

  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Tommytown, FL

  • Average rainfall in May: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (7.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, March and November (1.42").

Average rainfall days in May
Tommytown, FL

  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.5 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Tommytown, FL

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

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

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

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 42min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tommytown, FL

  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Tommytown, FL

  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Tommytown, FL

  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Tommytown, 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).