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
In Abilene, the average high-temperature in May slightly increases from 78.4°F (25.8°C) in April to a still warm 85.1°F (29.5°C). During May, Abilene witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C).Heat index
May's heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humidity
The most humid month in Abilene is May, with an average relative humidity of 59%.Rainfall
In May, in Abilene, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout May, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Abilene, Texas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.5 days and collects up to 15.79" (401mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Abilene, Texas, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Abilene, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 50min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Abilene, the average sunshine in May is 10.2h.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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Abilene, TX
- Average high temperature in May: 85.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (56.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 63.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Abilene, TX
- Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Abilene, TX
- Average wind speed in May: 12.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Abilene, TX
- Average humidity in May: 59%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).
Average rainfall in May
Abilene, TX
- Average rainfall in May: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in May
Abilene, TX
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Abilene, TX
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Abilene, TX
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Abilene, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Abilene, TX
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Abilene, 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
Abilene, TX
- Average cloud cover in May: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in May
Abilene, 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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