May weather forecast
Laurel Springs, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Laurel Springs, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C). Laurel Springs throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Laurel Springs, during May, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.5 rainfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Laurel Springs. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Laurel Springs aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.9 snowfall days, and 14.37" (365mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Laurel Springs, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, in Laurel Springs, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Laurel Springs is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 70.2°F (21.2°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

May and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Laurel Springs, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Laurel Springs, in May, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Laurel Springs aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Laurel Springs have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Laurel Springs?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average temperature in May - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average pressure in May - Laurel Springs, 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
Laurel Springs, NC

Average wind speed in May - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average humidity in May - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average rainfall in May - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average snowfall in May - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Laurel Springs, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average UV index in May - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Laurel Springs, NC

Average visibility in May - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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