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
With the onset of May, Raleigh observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from April's moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) to a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C). In the month of May, the average temperature dips to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C) during the night.Heat index
In May, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In Raleigh, in May, during 14.2 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Raleigh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.6 days and collects up to 38.19" (970mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Raleigh, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In Raleigh, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 49min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average high temperature in May: 83.8°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average wind speed in May: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average rainfall in May: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Raleigh, MS
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).
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