May weather forecast
Granite Falls, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Granite Falls, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77°F (25°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Granite Falls observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from April's pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C) to a warm 77°F (25°C). Throughout May nights, Granite Falls experiences a consistent temperature average of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In May, in Granite Falls, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout May, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Granite Falls, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Granite Falls is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May in Granite Falls, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Granite Falls 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Granite Falls in May?

In May, in Granite Falls, the average high-temperature is 77°F (25°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Granite Falls?

The months with the highest humidity in Granite Falls, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in Granite Falls?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Granite Falls?

In Granite Falls, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Granite Falls?

April through October are months without snowfall in Granite Falls.

What is the average length of the day in May in Granite Falls?

In Granite Falls, the average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Granite Falls?

On the first day of May in Granite Falls, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Granite Falls have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Granite Falls is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Granite Falls?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Granite Falls?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Granite Falls, NC

Average temperature in May - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77°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 (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Granite Falls, NC

Average pressure in May - Granite Falls, 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
Granite Falls, NC

Average wind speed in May - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Granite Falls, NC

Average humidity in May - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Granite Falls, NC

Average rainfall in May - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Granite Falls, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Granite Falls, NC

Average snowfall in May - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Granite Falls, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Granite Falls, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Granite Falls, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Granite Falls, NC

Average UV index in May - Granite Falls, 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
Granite Falls, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Granite Falls, NC

Average visibility in May - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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