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
Kinston's May weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) in April to a warm 78.8°F (26°C). The low-temperature average for Kinston during May stands at an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C).Humidity
In Kinston, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kinston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172 days and collects up to 35.2" (894mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall in Kinston.Daylight
In Kinston, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Kinston, North Carolina, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kinston is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Kinston?
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How many days does it rain in May in Kinston?
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What is the UV index intensity in May in Kinston?
Average temperature in May
Kinston, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Kinston, 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
Kinston, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Kinston, NC
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Kinston, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").
Average rainfall days in May
Kinston, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kinston, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Kinston, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.7 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
Kinston, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (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
Kinston, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Kinston, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Kinston, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Kinston, 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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