May weather forecast
Burnsville, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Burnsville, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.1°F (21.7°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C) in April to a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C). An average low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Burnsville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Burnsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.3 days and aggregates up to 22.6" (574mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Burnsville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, in Burnsville, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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 Burnsville?

During May, Burnsville experiences an average high-temperature of 71.1°F (21.7°C) and a low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Burnsville?

The months with the highest humidity in Burnsville are February, March, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Burnsville?

In May, the average relative humidity in Burnsville is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Burnsville?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Burnsville in May?

In Burnsville, during May, the rain falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Burnsville?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Burnsville, North Carolina. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Burnsville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Burnsville?

In Burnsville, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Burnsville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Burnsville, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Burnsville?

In Burnsville, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Burnsville?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Burnsville?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Burnsville, NC

Average temperature in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°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 (25.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Burnsville, NC

Average pressure in May - Burnsville, 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
Burnsville, NC

Average wind speed in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Burnsville, NC

Average humidity in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Burnsville, NC

Average rainfall in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in May
Burnsville, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Burnsville, NC

Average snowfall in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Burnsville, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Burnsville, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Burnsville, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Burnsville, NC

Average UV index in May - Burnsville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Burnsville, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Burnsville, NC

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

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

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