Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the start of May, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from April's moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) to a hot 86.5°F (30.3°C). May nights in West Odessa are characterized by a significant departure from the daytime highs, dropping to an average temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C).Heat index
The average heat index in May is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
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. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 42%.Rainfall
In West Odessa, Texas, in May, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Odessa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 79.5 days and collects up to 11.81" (300mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In West Odessa, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.On the first day of May in West Odessa, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in West Odessa, Texas, is 10.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
West Odessa, TX
- Average high temperature in May: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 63.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).
Average pressure in May
West Odessa, TX
- Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
West Odessa, TX
- Average wind speed in May: 13.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.3mph).
Average humidity in May
West Odessa, TX
- Average humidity in May: 42%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (37%).
Average rainfall in May
West Odessa, TX
- Average rainfall in May: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").
Average rainfall days in May
West Odessa, TX
- Average rainfall days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
West Odessa, TX
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are November and December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
West Odessa, TX
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.3 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
West Odessa, TX
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
West Odessa, TX
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
Average UV index in May
West Odessa, 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
West Odessa, TX
- Average cloud cover in May: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in May
West Odessa, 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).
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