Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift into May is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C) to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). Throughout the month of May, the average temperature dips to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) at night.Humidity
May and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 19.6 days. Throughout May, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Dillsboro, 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 8:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of daylight does Dillsboro have in May?
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What is the month with the highest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in May?
Average temperature in May
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, 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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