United StatesThe weather in May in Nashville
It's warm in May in Nashville with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 19°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Nashville, Arkansas. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2018, Nashville reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 210 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Nashville
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nashville. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Nashville | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 210 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 21 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Nashville with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 28°C, with nights around 18°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Nashville is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Nashville, Arkansas. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Nashville
Temperature in May in Nashville over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Nashville, Arkansas. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Nashville
Total precipitation in May in Nashville over the years
Daily UV index in May in Nashville
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Nashville, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Nashville by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nashville. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.