May weather forecastGermantown, TN
May
Weather in May
May brings true spring weather to Germantown, with nature in its prime and weather conditions pleasant and comfortable. Compared to April, the gentle warmth of May, signaled by temperatures in the high 60s°F and 70s°F, announces the approaching summer. The small decrease in average rainfall from 4.41" (112mm) to 3.82" (97mm) and a decrease in cloud coverage bring brighter, sunnier days. Longer daylight hours provide ample opportunity for outdoor pursuits. However, periodic showers and shifting weather maintain the unpredictability characteristic of this transition season.Temperature
The commencement of May in Germantown sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C). During May, the average low-temperature is an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C).Humidity
In Germantown, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In May, in Germantown, Tennessee, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Germantown, Tennessee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.2 days and collects up to 39.69" (1008mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of May, in Germantown, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Germantown, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.UV index
In Germantown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Germantown, TN
- Average high temperature in May: 78.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Germantown, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Germantown, TN
- Average wind speed in May: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Germantown, TN
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Germantown, TN
- Average rainfall in May: 3.82"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in May
Germantown, TN
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Germantown, TN
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Germantown, TN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Germantown, 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 36min
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
Germantown, TN
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Germantown, TN
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Germantown, TN
- Average cloud cover in May: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Germantown, 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).
