May weather forecast
Atkinson, NC

Share

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Atkinson, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 80.1°F (26.7°C).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature marginally rises from an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C) in April to a warm 80.1°F (26.7°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Atkinson is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout May, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.3 rainfall days, and 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Atkinson, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Atkinson is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Atkinson?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Atkinson, is 80.1°F (26.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Atkinson?

The average relative humidity in May in Atkinson, North Carolina, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Atkinson in May?

In Atkinson, in May, during 15.7 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Atkinson have in May?

In Atkinson, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 13h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Atkinson?

On the first day of May in Atkinson, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Atkinson?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Atkinson is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Atkinson, NC

Average temperature in May - Atkinson, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Atkinson, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Atkinson, NC

Average wind speed in May - Atkinson, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Atkinson, NC

Average humidity in May - Atkinson, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Atkinson, NC

Average rainfall in May - Atkinson, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Atkinson, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Atkinson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Atkinson, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Atkinson, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Atkinson, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Atkinson, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Atkinson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Atkinson, NC

Average UV index in May - Atkinson, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Atkinson, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Atkinson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Atkinson, NC

Average visibility in May - Atkinson, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

Atkinson, North Carolina, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location