May weather forecast
Cashiers, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Cashiers, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 73.6°F (23.1°C).

Temperature

Cashiers observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). An average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) marks the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cashiers, in May, during 19.7 rainfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 191.1 rainfall days, and 45.59" (1158mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Cashiers, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:41 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Cashiers?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Cashiers, is 73.6°F (23.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cashiers?

In Cashiers, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cashiers?

In Cashiers, during May, the rain falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cashiers?

In Cashiers, North Carolina, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Cashiers in May?

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

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

In Cashiers, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cashiers?

On the first day of May in Cashiers, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cashiers?

In Cashiers, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Cashiers?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Cashiers, NC

Average temperature in May - Cashiers, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Cashiers, NC

Average pressure in May - Cashiers, 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
Cashiers, NC

Average wind speed in May - Cashiers, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Cashiers, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Cashiers, NC

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in May
Cashiers, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Cashiers, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cashiers, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cashiers, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Cashiers, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cashiers, 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cashiers, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Cashiers, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Cashiers, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Cashiers, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Cashiers, NC

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

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

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