May weather forecast
Grayson, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Grayson, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.5°F (10.3°C) and max 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C) in April to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) is recorded during May.

Humidity

In Grayson, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Grayson, during May, the rain falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Grayson aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Grayson, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:39 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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Grayson, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 19.1 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Grayson aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grayson have in May?

The average day length in May in Grayson is 14h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Grayson?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Grayson, NC

Average temperature in May - Grayson, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Grayson, NC

Average pressure in May - Grayson, 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
Grayson, NC

Average wind speed in May - Grayson, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Grayson, NC

Average humidity in May - Grayson, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Grayson, NC

Average rainfall in May - Grayson, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Grayson, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Grayson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Grayson, NC

Average snowfall in May - Grayson, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Grayson, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Grayson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Grayson, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Grayson, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Grayson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Grayson, NC

Average UV index in May - Grayson, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Grayson, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Grayson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Grayson, NC

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

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

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