May weather forecast
Leland, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Leland, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79°F (26.1°C) and 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

In Leland, stepping into May brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from April's pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C) to a moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C). Throughout May, the nighttime temperature in Leland, North Carolina, averages to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Leland is 77%.

Rainfall

In Leland, in May, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Leland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.7 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Leland, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, in Leland, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Leland, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

In Leland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Leland in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Leland are 79°F (26.1°C) and 64.9°F (18.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Leland?

In Leland, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in Leland in May?

In Leland, in May, during 13.5 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Leland?

In Leland, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

What is the average length of the day in May in Leland?

In Leland, the average day length in May is 13h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Leland?

On the first day of May in Leland, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Leland?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Leland, North Carolina, is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Leland?

In Leland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Leland, NC

Average temperature in May - Leland, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Leland, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Leland, NC

Average wind speed in May - Leland, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Leland, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Leland, NC

Average rainfall in May - Leland, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Leland, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Leland, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Leland, NC

Average snowfall in May - Leland, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Leland, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Leland, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 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
Leland, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Leland, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Leland, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Leland, NC

Average UV index in May - Leland, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Leland, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Leland, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Leland, NC

Average visibility in May - Leland, 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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