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 coming of May brings a minor shift in Etowah's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's refreshing 66.2°F (19°C) to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). During the month of May, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 53.6°F (12°C).Humidity
The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Etowah, during May, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. In Etowah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.6 days and collects up to 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Etowah, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Etowah is 9.8h.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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Etowah, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Etowah, 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
Etowah, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Etowah, NC
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Etowah, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in May
Etowah, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Etowah, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Etowah, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Etowah, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Etowah, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Etowah, 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
Etowah, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Etowah, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, May, September and December (5mi).
Etowah, North Carolina, USA
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