May weather forecast
West Nashville, TN

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Weather in May

May in West Nashville, Tennessee brings the full embrace of spring, with temperatures hopping from 59.5°F (15.3°C) to 78.1°F (25.6°C) - the most dramatic transition observed so far this year. Humidity levels rise, and plentiful rain showers nourish the vibrant green landscape. As spring progresses into the early edge of summer, expect even longer days of sunshine. Moving on to June, prepare for the prime of summer warmth, longer sunshine hours, and equally distributed rainfall.

Temperature

As May arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). West Nashville witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In West Nashville, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Nashville, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Nashville, Tennessee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.9 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In West Nashville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in West Nashville is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in West Nashville?

The high-temperature during May is 78.1°F (25.6°C) and the low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Nashville?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in West Nashville?

In West Nashville, Tennessee, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in West Nashville?

In West Nashville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in West Nashville in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does West Nashville have in May?

In May, the average day length in West Nashville, Tennessee, is 14h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in West Nashville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Nashville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

When is the highest UV index in West Nashville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in West Nashville?

In West Nashville, Tennessee, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
West Nashville, TN

Average temperature in May - West Nashville, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
West Nashville, TN

Average pressure in May - West Nashville, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
West Nashville, TN

Average wind speed in May - West Nashville, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
West Nashville, TN

Average humidity in May - West Nashville, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
West Nashville, TN

Average rainfall in May - West Nashville, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in May
West Nashville, TN

Average rainfall days in May - West Nashville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
West Nashville, TN

Average snowfall in May - West Nashville, TN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
West Nashville, TN

Average snowfall days in May - West Nashville, TN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Nashville, TN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
West Nashville, TN

Average sunshine days in May - West Nashville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
West Nashville, TN

Average UV index in May - West Nashville, 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
West Nashville, TN

Average cloud cover in May - West Nashville, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
West Nashville, TN

Average visibility in May - West Nashville, TN
  • 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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