May weather forecast
Clinton, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Clinton, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 61.3°F (16.3°C) and max 79.2°F (26.2°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 79.2°F (26.2°C). Clinton observes an average nighttime temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) during May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, June, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Clinton, during May, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Clinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Clinton, North Carolina, is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Clinton, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Clinton 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 maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Clinton in May?

The high-temperature in Clinton during May is 79.2°F (26.2°C) and the low-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Clinton?

The months with the highest humidity in Clinton are May, June, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Clinton?

In May, the average relative humidity in Clinton, North Carolina, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Clinton in May?

In Clinton, during May, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Clinton?

In Clinton, snow does not fall in April through November.

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Clinton?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Clinton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Clinton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Clinton, North Carolina, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Clinton, NC

Average temperature in May - Clinton, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Clinton, NC

Average pressure in May - Clinton, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"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
Clinton, NC

Average wind speed in May - Clinton, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Clinton, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Clinton, NC

Average rainfall in May - Clinton, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Clinton, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Clinton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Clinton, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Clinton, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 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
Clinton, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clinton, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Clinton, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Clinton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Clinton, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Clinton, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Clinton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Clinton, NC

Average visibility in May - Clinton, 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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