May weather forecast
Cricket, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Cricket, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Cricket sees a steady low-temperature average of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Cricket, in May, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cricket, there are 171 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Cricket, North Carolina. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Cricket aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Cricket, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cricket, North Carolina, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of May in Cricket, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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 Cricket?

During May, Cricket experiences an average high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and a low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Cricket?

The months with the highest humidity in Cricket, North Carolina, are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Cricket?

In May, the average relative humidity in Cricket, North Carolina, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cricket?

In Cricket, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cricket?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Cricket. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Cricket aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cricket have in May?

In May, the average day length in Cricket, North Carolina, is 14h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cricket?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cricket, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cricket have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Cricket?

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

Average temperature in May - Cricket, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Cricket, NC

Average pressure in May - Cricket, 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
Cricket, NC

Average wind speed in May - Cricket, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Cricket, NC

Average humidity in May - Cricket, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Cricket, NC

Average rainfall in May - Cricket, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Cricket, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Cricket, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cricket, NC

Average snowfall in May - Cricket, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cricket, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cricket, 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 42min).

  • 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cricket, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Cricket, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Cricket, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Cricket, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Cricket, NC

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

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

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