May weather forecast
Bailey, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Bailey, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 61.2°F (16.2°C) and max 78.3°F (25.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C). Bailey's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Bailey, North Carolina, are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In May, in Bailey, North Carolina, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Bailey, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, in Bailey, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bailey, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

In Bailey, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Bailey?

In May, in Bailey, the average high-temperature is 78.3°F (25.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C).

What are the most humid months in Bailey?

The months with the highest humidity are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Bailey?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Bailey?

In May, in Bailey, North Carolina, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bailey?

In Bailey, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Bailey have in May?

In Bailey, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bailey?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bailey have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Bailey?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Bailey, North Carolina, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bailey, NC

Average temperature in May - Bailey, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Bailey, NC

Average pressure in May - Bailey, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bailey, NC

Average wind speed in May - Bailey, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Bailey, NC

Average humidity in May - Bailey, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Bailey, NC

Average rainfall in May - Bailey, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Bailey, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Bailey, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bailey, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bailey, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Bailey, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bailey, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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
Bailey, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Bailey, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Bailey, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bailey, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Bailey, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Bailey, NC

Average visibility in May - Bailey, 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).

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