May weather forecastElgin, TX

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Elgin, Texas, with an average temperature ranging between min 65.7°F (18.7°C) and max 83.7°F (28.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C). May's average low-temperature reading in Elgin settles at an enjoyable 65.7°F (18.7°C).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Elgin. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 42min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Elgin, is 83.7°F (28.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 65.7°F (18.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

In Elgin, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

In Elgin, Texas, in May, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Elgin, snow does not fall in February through November.

In May, the average day length is 13h and 42min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

76.6°F

83.7°F

90.7°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.8mph

9.1mph

8mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

11.1

13.1

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.4

13.6

12.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Elgin, TX

Average high temperature in May: 83.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (96.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.8°F).

Average low temperature in May: 65.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Elgin, TX

Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elgin, TX

Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Elgin, TX

Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Elgin, TX

Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Elgin, TX

Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elgin, TX

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elgin, TX

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 13h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elgin, TX

Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Elgin, TX

Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Elgin, TX

Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Elgin, TX

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).