May weather forecastFayetteville, TN
May
Weather in May
The shift from spring to early summer is evident in Fayetteville's May weather. The mounting temperatures become more noticeable, reaching their highest in the afternoon, then cooling off to moderately warm during the evening. It also becomes significantly sunnier, with the longest daylight hours observed during this month. Despite a slight decrease in rainfall to 3.19" (81mm), Fayetteville's greenery continues to thrive in the sunlight. The reduction in the wind's gust often leaves the atmosphere calm and serene, enhancing the enjoyment of pleasant May afternoons.Temperature
As Fayetteville transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C) in April to a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C). During the month of May, the temperature falls to an average of 58.5°F (14.7°C).Humidity
In Fayetteville, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In Fayetteville, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 40.83" (1037mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Fayetteville.Daylight
In Fayetteville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Fayetteville is 9.5h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average high temperature in May: 77.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 58.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average rainfall in May: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.6 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
Fayetteville, 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: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Fayetteville, TN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
