Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) to a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C). Athens's temperature drops to an average low of 56.5°F (13.6°C) during the nights of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Athens is 76%.Rainfall
In Athens, during May, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.6 rainfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Athens.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Athens is 14h and 3min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Athens, the average sunshine in May is 10h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Athens?
What is the average humidity in May in Athens?
How many days does it rain in May in Athens?
When it does not snow in Athens?
How many hours of daylight does Athens have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Athens?
How long on average sun shines in May in Athens?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Athens?
What is the UV index reading in May in Athens?
Average temperature in May
Athens, TN
- Average high temperature in May: 77.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Athens, TN
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Athens, TN
- Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).
Average humidity in May
Athens, TN
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September, October and November (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Athens, TN
- Average rainfall in May: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").
Average rainfall days in May
Athens, TN
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Athens, TN
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Athens, TN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Athens, TN
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Athens, TN
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Athens, TN
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Athens, TN
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Athens, TN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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