May weather forecast
Bryson City, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bryson City, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 70.7°F (21.5°C).

Temperature

May signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C) to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). May nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

May and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Bryson City.

Rainfall

In Bryson City, during May, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September 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 6:41 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bryson City, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Bryson City?

The high-temperature, in May, in Bryson City, is 70.7°F (21.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Bryson City, during May, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Bryson City?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bryson City have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bryson City, NC

Average temperature in May - Bryson City, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in May
Bryson City, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bryson City, NC

Average wind speed in May - Bryson City, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Bryson City, NC

Average humidity in May - Bryson City, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Bryson City, NC

Average rainfall in May - Bryson City, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in May
Bryson City, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Bryson City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bryson City, NC

Average snowfall in May - Bryson City, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bryson City, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Bryson City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bryson City, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bryson City, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bryson City, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Bryson City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Bryson City, NC

Average UV index in May - Bryson City, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bryson City, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Bryson City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Bryson City, NC

Average visibility in May - Bryson City, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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