May weather forecast
Concord, NC

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Weather in May

May brings with it the charm of late spring, further elevating the temperature in Concord. The weather sets the city awash in a warm glow, paving the way for long days under the sun. With the highest temperature soaring to an average of 78.8°F (26°C), May experiences a significant temperature leap from April. This change in temperature is a welcoming transition to the hot summer days ahead. The weather continues to get hotter in the subsequent month of June.

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed in Concord during May, adjusting from an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C). An average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) is expected during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Concord, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.7 days and collects up to 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 78.8°F (26°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Concord, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Concord, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Concord have in May?

In Concord, the average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Concord?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Concord have in May?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index in Concord?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Concord, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Concord, NC

Average temperature in May - Concord, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Concord, NC

Average pressure in May - Concord, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Concord, NC

Average wind speed in May - Concord, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Concord, NC

Average humidity in May - Concord, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Concord, NC

Average rainfall in May - Concord, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Concord, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Concord, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Concord, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Concord, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Concord, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Concord, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Concord, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Concord, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Concord, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Concord, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Concord, NC

Average visibility in May - Concord, 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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