May is a hot and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Escambia County. May is an excellent month for swimming in Escambia County with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Escambia County in the months of May, June, July, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
The average maximum temperature in Escambia County in May is 28°. The average maximum temperature is 24° in the previous month and 32° in the next month.
The average temperature in Escambia County in May is 24°. The average temperature ranges is 19° in the previous month and 27° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Escambia County in May is 19°. The minimum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Escambia County in May are 13.7 and there are 9 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Escambia County in May is typically 11.2 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Escambia County in May is 25.6° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Escambia County in May is 29.9cm and on average there are 9.4 rainy days in May making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Escambia County in May is 20° which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 17° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Escambia County in May is typically 91.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 92% in the previous month and 91.7% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Escambia County in May is typically 73.8%. The average relative humidity is 73.7% in the previous month and 74.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Escambia County in May is typically 25kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 27kmh in the previous month and 26kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Escambia County in May is typically 12kmh. The average wind speed is 13kmh in the previous month and 10kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Escambia County in May is from the South.
