May weather forecast
James City, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in James City, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and an average low of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C) in April to a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C). May witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In James City, in May, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In James City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In James City, snow does not fall in April through October and December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in James City, North Carolina, is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, in James City, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In James City, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in James City is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for James City in May?

In James City, in May, the average high-temperature is 79.5°F (26.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in James City?

The average relative humidity in May in James City, North Carolina, is 76%.

How much does it rain in James City in May?

In James City, North Carolina, in May, during 14.2 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in James City?

April through October and December are months without snowfall in James City.

How many hours of daylight does James City have in May?

The average day length in May in James City is 14h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in James City?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in James City, North Carolina, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in James City?

In May, the average sunshine duration in James City, North Carolina, is 9.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in James City?

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

Average temperature in May - James City, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in May
James City, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
James City, NC

Average wind speed in May - James City, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
James City, NC

Average humidity in May - James City, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
James City, NC

Average rainfall in May - James City, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
James City, NC

Average rainfall days in May - James City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
James City, NC

Average snowfall in May - James City, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
James City, NC

Average snowfall days in May - James City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 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
James City, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - James City, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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 month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
James City, NC

Average sunshine days in May - James City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.5 days).

Average UV index in May
James City, NC

Average UV index in May - James City, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
James City, NC

Average cloud cover in May - James City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
James City, NC

Average visibility in May - James City, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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