May weather forecastDresden, TN
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Dresden, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between max 77.2°F (25.1°C) and min 59.9°F (15.5°C).Temperature
The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C) to a moderately hot 77.2°F (25.1°C). Throughout the month of May, Dresden witnesses an average low-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
In Dresden, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dresden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.3 days and collects up to 40.71" (1034mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Dresden, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Dresden is 14h and 7min.On the first day of May in Dresden, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Dresden is 9.4h.UV index
In Dresden, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Dresden, TN
- Average high temperature in May: 77.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 59.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Dresden, TN
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Dresden, TN
- Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Dresden, TN
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Dresden, TN
- Average rainfall in May: 4.29"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in May
Dresden, TN
- Average rainfall days in May: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dresden, TN
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dresden, TN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dresden, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dresden, TN
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Dresden, TN
- Average UV index in May: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Dresden, TN
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Dresden, TN
- 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).





