May weather forecastKingsport, TN
May
Weather in May
May in Kingsport is marked by warmer temperatures, fewer cold fronts, and the onset of a more summery feel. Steady rainfall keeps the city lush, though it hampers some outdoor activities. Humidity levels typically increase slightly from April, peaking an average 76% relative humidity. These levels add a certain stickiness to the air, resulting in warmer perceived temperatures. Nevertheless, the abundance of daylight and sunshine largely makes May weather pleasant overall.Temperature
A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks May, adjusting from April's comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C) to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). Kingsport, after hot May days, encounters a marked drop to an average nighttime temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C).Humidity
In Kingsport, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In Kingsport, in May, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kingsport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.1 days and collects up to 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kingsport, TN
- Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Kingsport, 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
Kingsport, TN
- Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Kingsport, TN
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and November (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Kingsport, TN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Kingsport, TN
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kingsport, TN
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Kingsport, TN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Kingsport, 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: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kingsport, TN
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Kingsport, TN
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Kingsport, TN
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Kingsport, TN
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
