May weather forecastWheeler, TX

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Wheeler, Texas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.6°F (27°C) and an average low of 58.8°F (14.9°C).

Temperature

Wheeler experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) in April to a warm 80.6°F (27°C). Throughout May nights, Wheeler reports a steady thermal contrast from the day, with an average low-temperature of 58.8°F (14.9°C).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Wheeler is 55%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Wheeler is May, when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Wheeler, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Wheeler, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Updated: Jul 3, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Wheeler, is 80.6°F (27°C), while the low-temperature averages to 58.8°F (14.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

In May, the average relative humidity is 55%.

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

In Wheeler, in May, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

May through October are months without snowfall.

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

In May, the average day length in Wheeler, Texas, is 14h and 3min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk 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

72.7°F

80.6°F

91°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15mph

13.4mph

13.7mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.2

17.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Wheeler, TX

Average high temperature in May: 80.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

Average low temperature in May: 58.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in May
Wheeler, TX

Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Wheeler, TX

Average wind speed in May: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Wheeler, TX

Average humidity in May: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in May
Wheeler, TX

Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Wheeler, TX

Average rainfall days in May: 10.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wheeler, TX

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wheeler, TX

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

Average sunshine in May: 10h and 24min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wheeler, TX

Average sunshine days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Wheeler, 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 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Wheeler, TX

Average cloud cover in May: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Wheeler, 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).