May weather forecastKnox City, TX

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Knox City, Texas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 63.5°F (17.5°C) and an average high of 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Temperature

In Knox City, the average high-temperature in May slightly rises, from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in April, to a still moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C). In Knox City, the nighttime temperature registers a significant drop from daytime peaks to an average of 63.5°F (17.5°C) in May.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is evaluated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). If one continues to be active during enduring exposure, it could result in fatigue and heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 56%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Knox City, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

In Knox City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. 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. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in May, in Knox City, is 85.6°F (29.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 63.5°F (17.5°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

In May, the average relative humidity is 56%.

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

In Knox City, during May, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

May through October are months without snowfall in Knox City.

In May, in Knox City, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

In May, the average day length is 13h and 54min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

In Knox City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Knox City, TX

  • Average high temperature in May: 85.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (97.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Knox City, TX

  • Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Knox City, TX

  • Average wind speed in May: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Knox City, TX

  • Average humidity in May: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (45%).

Average rainfall in May
Knox City, TX

  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Knox City, TX

  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Knox City, TX

  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Knox City, TX

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Knox City, TX

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Knox City, TX

  • Average sunshine days in May: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Knox City, TX

  • Average UV index in May: 7

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Knox City, TX

  • Average cloud cover in May: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Knox City, 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).