May weather forecastOrchard, TX
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Orchard, Texas, with an average temperature ranging between min 68°F (20°C) and max 85.3°F (29.6°C).Temperature
The arrival of May witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C) in April to a still warm 85.3°F (29.6°C). Throughout May, Orchard records an average temperature of 68°F (20°C) at night.Heat index
For most parts of May, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
In Orchard, Texas, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In Orchard, in May, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Orchard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.1 days and collects up to 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Orchard.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Orchard, Texas, is 13h and 39min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Orchard, Texas, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Orchard are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Orchard, TX
- Average high temperature in May: 85.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 68°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Orchard, TX
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Orchard, TX
- Average wind speed in May: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Orchard, TX
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Orchard, TX
- Average rainfall in May: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").
Average rainfall days in May
Orchard, TX
- Average rainfall days in May: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.4 days).
Average snowfall days in May
Orchard, TX
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Orchard, TX
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Orchard, TX
- Average sunshine days in May: 18.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Orchard, TX
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Orchard, TX
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Orchard, TX
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
