May weather forecast
Elkin, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elkin, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average high of 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) to a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C). In Elkin, the average nighttime temperature during May is a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Elkin, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Elkin, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Elkin, North Carolina, is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Elkin are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Elkin?

The high-temperature, in May, in Elkin, is 75.4°F (24.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Elkin?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Elkin.

What is the average humidity in May in Elkin?

In May, the average relative humidity in Elkin, North Carolina, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Elkin?

In Elkin, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Elkin?

In Elkin, North Carolina, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Elkin in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elkin have in May?

In Elkin, the average day length in May is 14h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Elkin?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elkin, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkin have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Elkin, North Carolina, is 9.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Elkin?

In Elkin, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elkin, NC

Average temperature in May - Elkin, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Elkin, NC

Average pressure in May - Elkin, 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
Elkin, NC

Average wind speed in May - Elkin, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Elkin, NC

Average humidity in May - Elkin, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Elkin, NC

Average rainfall in May - Elkin, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Elkin, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Elkin, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elkin, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elkin, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elkin, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elkin, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Elkin, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Elkin, NC

Average UV index in May - Elkin, 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
Elkin, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Elkin, NC

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

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

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