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
With the onset of May, Greensboro observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from April's pleasant 69.8°F (21°C) to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). During May, Greensboro experiences an average low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) at night.Humidity
May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Greensboro, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, in Greensboro, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Greensboro, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Greensboro, North Carolina. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. 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. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the month with the highest UV index in Greensboro?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Greensboro?
Average temperature in May
Greensboro, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Greensboro, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Greensboro, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Greensboro, 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
Greensboro, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").
Average rainfall days in May
Greensboro, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Greensboro, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Greensboro, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Greensboro, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Greensboro, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Greensboro, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Greensboro, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Greensboro, NC
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (5mi).
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