May weather forecast
Cullowhee, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Cullowhee, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

As Cullowhee welcomes May, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C) in April to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). In Cullowhee, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

May and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Cullowhee, during May, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Cullowhee, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Cullowhee, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Cullowhee, the average sunshine in May 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Cullowhee?

The high-temperature during May is 70.7°F (21.5°C) and the low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Cullowhee, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 19.6 days. Throughout May, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cullowhee have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average temperature in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°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 (27°F).

Average pressure in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average pressure in May - Cullowhee, 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
Cullowhee, NC

Average wind speed in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average humidity in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average rainfall in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cullowhee, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cullowhee, NC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cullowhee, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Cullowhee, NC

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

Average cloud cover in May
Cullowhee, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Cullowhee, NC

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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