May weather forecast
Elgin, TN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elgin, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 75.4°F (24.1°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

Elgin's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C). Elgin records an average low of 54.5°F (12.5°C) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, in May, during 18.8 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174 rainfall days, and 39.69" (1008mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Elgin.

Daylight

In Elgin, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of May, in Elgin, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Elgin, Tennessee, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Elgin?

During May, Elgin experiences an average high-temperature of 75.4°F (24.1°C) and a low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elgin?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Elgin?

In Elgin, in May, during 18.8 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Elgin?

May through September are months without snowfall in Elgin, Tennessee.

Does it snow in Elgin in May?

In May, in Elgin, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Elgin have in May?

In May, the average day length in Elgin, Tennessee, is 14h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Elgin?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elgin, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:50 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elgin have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Elgin, Tennessee, is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Elgin?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Elgin, Tennessee, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elgin, TN

Average temperature in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Elgin, TN

Average pressure in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Elgin, TN

Average wind speed in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Elgin, TN

Average humidity in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Elgin, TN

Average rainfall in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.53").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.56").

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Average rainfall days in May
Elgin, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Elgin, TN

Average snowfall in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Elgin, TN

Average snowfall days in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elgin, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Elgin, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Elgin, TN

Average UV index in May - Elgin, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Elgin, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in May
Elgin, TN

Average visibility in May - Elgin, TN
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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