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
The commencement of May sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from 77.2°F (25.1°C) in April to a still warm 84.6°F (29.2°C). A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted during the month of May, with the average nighttime temperature settling at a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C).Heat index
May's average heat index is estimated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Octagon, in May, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Octagon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.6 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Octagon, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Octagon, the average sunshine in May is 10.1h.UV index
In Octagon, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Average temperature in May
Octagon, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 84.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Octagon, AL
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Octagon, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Octagon, AL
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Octagon, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in May
Octagon, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Octagon, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Octagon, AL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Octagon, AL
- 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Octagon, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Octagon, AL
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Octagon, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Octagon, AL
- 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).
Octagon, Alabama, USA
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