Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Memphis, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 37°C (99°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (44°F). Typically, the humidity level in Memphis throughout May hovers around 78%.
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In May, Memphis averages 83 mm (3.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 59 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 27 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 44% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Memphis reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||