May weather forecast
Edward, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Edward, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 78.8°F (26°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a warm 78.8°F (26°C). May sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Edward, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Edward, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.2 days and collects up to 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Edward, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Edward experiences an average high-temperature of 78.8°F (26°C) and a low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Edward, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Edward, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May in Edward is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Edward is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Edward, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°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 (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Edward, NC

Average pressure in May - Edward, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Edward, NC

Average wind speed in May - Edward, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Edward, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Edward, NC

Average rainfall in May - Edward, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Edward, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Edward, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Edward, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Edward, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Edward, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Edward, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Edward, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Edward, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Edward, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Edward, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Edward, NC

Average visibility in May - Edward, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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