May weather forecast
Lenoir, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Lenoir, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.6°F (24.2°C) and min 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

Lenoir's transition into May brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). May's average low-temperature reading in Lenoir settles at a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In May, in Lenoir, North Carolina, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lenoir, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Lenoir.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Lenoir is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Lenoir, North Carolina, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Lenoir is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Lenoir?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Lenoir?

The months with the highest humidity in Lenoir are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Lenoir?

In May, the average relative humidity in Lenoir, North Carolina, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Lenoir?

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Lenoir?

In Lenoir, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Lenoir in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Lenoir have in May?

In Lenoir, the average day length in May is 14h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Lenoir?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lenoir, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lenoir have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Lenoir, North Carolina, is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Lenoir?

In Lenoir, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lenoir, NC

Average temperature in May - Lenoir, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Lenoir, NC

Average pressure in May - Lenoir, 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
Lenoir, NC

Average wind speed in May - Lenoir, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Lenoir, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Lenoir, NC

Average rainfall in May - Lenoir, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Lenoir, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Lenoir, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lenoir, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lenoir, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lenoir, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lenoir, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lenoir, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Lenoir, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Lenoir, NC

Average UV index in May - Lenoir, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Lenoir, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Lenoir, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Lenoir, NC

Average visibility in May - Lenoir, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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