May weather forecast
Jenkins Heights, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Jenkins Heights, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.5°F (14.7°C) and max 78.8°F (26°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of May, Jenkins Heights's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature in Jenkins Heights, North Carolina, dips to an average of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.3 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Jenkins Heights, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Jenkins Heights, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Jenkins Heights. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Jenkins Heights in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 78.8°F (26°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Jenkins Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Jenkins Heights, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Jenkins Heights, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Jenkins Heights have in May?

In Jenkins Heights, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Jenkins Heights, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What is the month with 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Jenkins Heights is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average temperature in May - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.5°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 (32.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Jenkins Heights, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average wind speed in May - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average humidity in May - Jenkins Heights, 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
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average rainfall in May - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average snowfall in May - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Jenkins Heights, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average UV index in May - Jenkins Heights, 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
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average visibility in May - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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