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
Altamahaw observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). In Altamahaw, the expected average low-temperature for May is a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Altamahaw, North Carolina. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Altamahaw, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Altamahaw, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 6min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Altamahaw, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Altamahaw, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
Altamahaw, North Carolina, USA
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