Knoxville weather in May (Tennessee, United States of America)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Knoxville during May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

For May, the weather in Knoxville is generally perfect, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 13°C.

Precipitation

Knoxville in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Expect around 12 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 289 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Knoxville.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Knoxville. May and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Knoxville climate page with graphs.

 

Knoxville, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 71%  

Sunshine 289 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 66%  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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