May weather forecastSterling City, TX
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a hot month in Sterling City, Texas, with an average temperature varying between 64°F (17.8°C) and 86.5°F (30.3°C).Temperature
Sterling City perceives a slight temperature ascent during May, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) in April to a tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C). Despite drastic daily temperature oscillations, Sterling City cools down to an average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) in May.Heat index
The average heat index in May is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 54%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.On the first day of May in Sterling City, Texas, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sterling City, TX
- Average high temperature in May: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (57.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64°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 (38.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Sterling City, TX
- Average pressure in May: 29.87"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
Sterling City, TX
- Average wind speed in May: 12.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Sterling City, TX
- Average humidity in May: 54%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and November (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).
Average rainfall in May
Sterling City, TX
- Average rainfall in May: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in May
Sterling City, TX
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sterling City, TX
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sterling City, TX
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sterling City, TX
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sterling City, TX
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Sterling City, TX
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Sterling City, TX
- Average cloud cover in May: 25
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
Sterling 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).
