May weather forecastCentral, TN
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Central, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 51.8°F (11°C) and 73.4°F (23°C).Temperature
The shift into May is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). The average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) in May represents a significant drop from the daily high.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In Central, in May, during 19.4 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 187.8 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Central, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 7min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.UV index
In Central, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Average temperature in May
Central, TN
- Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Central, TN
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Central, TN
- Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Central, TN
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Central, TN
- Average rainfall in May: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Central, TN
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Central, TN
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Central, TN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Central, TN
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Central, TN
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Central, TN
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Central, TN
- Average cloud cover in May: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Central, TN
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September and December (5mi).
