May weather forecast
Greenville, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Greenville, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

Greenville, North Carolina, in May denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). Throughout the month of May, Greenville witnesses an average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, July through September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.6 rainfall days, and 33.94" (862mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Greenville, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Greenville, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, Greenville experiences an average high-temperature of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and a low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, July through September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Greenville?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Greenville, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Greenville have in May?

In Greenville, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Greenville is 9.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Greenville?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Greenville.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Greenville, NC

Average temperature in May - Greenville, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Greenville, NC

Average pressure in May - Greenville, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Greenville, NC

Average wind speed in May - Greenville, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Greenville, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Greenville, NC

Average rainfall in May - Greenville, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Greenville, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Greenville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Greenville, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Greenville, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Greenville, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Greenville, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Greenville, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Greenville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Greenville, NC

Average UV index in May - Greenville, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Greenville, NC

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

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 32).

Average visibility in May
Greenville, NC

Average visibility in May - Greenville, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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