May weather forecast
Arden, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Arden, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 73.8°F (23.2°C) and min 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

Arden's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C) in April to a warm 73.8°F (23.2°C). During May, Arden experiences an average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Arden, North Carolina, in May, during 14.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Arden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.4 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 73.8°F (23.2°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Arden, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Arden, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

In May, in Arden, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Arden have in May?

In Arden, the average day length in May is 14h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Arden have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Arden, NC

Average temperature in May - Arden, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in May
Arden, NC

Average pressure in May - Arden, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Arden, NC

Average wind speed in May - Arden, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Arden, NC

Average humidity in May - Arden, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Arden, NC

Average rainfall in May - Arden, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Arden, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Arden, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Arden, NC

Average snowfall in May - Arden, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Arden, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Arden, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Arden, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Arden, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Arden, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Arden, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Arden, NC

Average UV index in May - Arden, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Arden, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Arden, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Arden, NC

Average visibility in May - Arden, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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