May weather forecastSentinel Heights, TN
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Sentinel Heights, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C).Temperature
As April transitions into May, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C) to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). Sentinel Heights, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C).Humidity
In Sentinel Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In Sentinel Heights, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 37.44" (951mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 3min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full 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
Sentinel Heights, TN
- Average high temperature in May: 77.5°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 (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Sentinel Heights, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Sentinel Heights, TN
- Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).
Average humidity in May
Sentinel Heights, TN
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July, August, September, October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Sentinel Heights, TN
- Average rainfall in May: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").
Average rainfall days in May
Sentinel Heights, TN
- Average rainfall days in May: 17 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sentinel Heights, TN
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sentinel Heights, TN
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 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
Sentinel Heights, TN
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sentinel Heights, TN
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Sentinel Heights, 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
Sentinel Heights, TN
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Sentinel Heights, TN
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
