May weather forecast
Hays, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hays, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Hays sees a steady low-temperature average of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Hays, North Carolina, during May, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. In Hays, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hays are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Hays aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 8.11" (206mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hays, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Hays, is 74.8°F (23.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in Hays in May?

In Hays, during May, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Hays aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Hays, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In Hays, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Hays, NC

Average temperature in May - Hays, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Hays, NC

Average pressure in May - Hays, 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
Hays, NC

Average wind speed in May - Hays, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Hays, NC

Average humidity in May - Hays, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Hays, NC

Average rainfall in May - Hays, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Hays, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Hays, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hays, NC

Average snowfall in May - Hays, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hays, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Hays, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hays, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Hays, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Hays, NC

Average UV index in May - Hays, 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
Hays, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Hays, NC

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

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

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