May weather forecast
Pigeon Forge, TN

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The Old Mill with a scenic water view in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, with bright neon lights seen among the trees and old wooden houses
The Old Mill with a scenic water view in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, with bright neon lights seen among the trees and old wooden houses

Weather in May

May sees a jump in temperatures, daylight, and sunshine hours, indicating the onset of summer in Pigeon Forge. Despite a decrease in rainfall inches, the number of rainfall days increases under the warmer conditions. Visitors who enjoy outdoor activities will find this month particularly inviting with the blooming flora of the Great Smoky Mountains. The weather, combined with special events like the Music in the Mountains Parade, makes May an attractive month for tourists.

Temperature

May introduces a marginal temperature uplift in Pigeon Forge, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C). Pigeon Forge's average low-temperature is measured at a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Pigeon Forge is 77%.

Rainfall

In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, in May, during 19.6 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pigeon Forge, there are 196.8 rainfall days, and 39.72" (1009mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Pigeon Forge, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, in Pigeon Forge, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Pigeon Forge, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Pigeon Forge?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, are 74.3°F (23.5°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Pigeon Forge?

The average relative humidity in May in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Pigeon Forge in May?

In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, in May, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Pigeon Forge?

In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Pigeon Forge in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Pigeon Forge?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Pigeon Forge?

On the first day of May in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Pigeon Forge?

In Pigeon Forge, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Pigeon Forge?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Pigeon Forge.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Pigeon Forge?

In Pigeon Forge, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average temperature in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average pressure in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average wind speed in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average humidity in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average rainfall in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average snowfall in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average snowfall days in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average UV index in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Pigeon Forge, TN

Average visibility in May - Pigeon Forge, TN
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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