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 Tuscaloosa, stepping into May brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from April's 74.7°F (23.7°C) to a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C). Tuscaloosa's May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C).Heat index
For most parts of May, the heat index is estimated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Tuscaloosa, snow does not fall in March through October.Daylight
In Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of May, in Tuscaloosa, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 10h.UV index
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 rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Average temperature in May
Tuscaloosa, AL
- Average high temperature in May: 82.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Tuscaloosa, AL
- 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).
Average wind speed in May
Tuscaloosa, AL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Tuscaloosa, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Tuscaloosa, AL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.4").
Average rainfall days in May
Tuscaloosa, AL
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Tuscaloosa, AL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Tuscaloosa, AL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Tuscaloosa, AL
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Tuscaloosa, AL
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).
Average UV index in May
Tuscaloosa, AL
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Tuscaloosa, AL
- Average cloud cover in May: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Tuscaloosa, 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).
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