May weather forecast
Linville, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Linville, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). May nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Linville are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Linville, during May, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Linville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Linville are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Linville. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Linville aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.4 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Linville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature during May is 69.6°F (20.9°C) and the low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Linville, North Carolina, during May, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Linville aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Linville?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Linville, NC

Average temperature in May - Linville, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Linville, NC

Average pressure in May - Linville, 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
Linville, NC

Average wind speed in May - Linville, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Linville, NC

Average humidity in May - Linville, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Linville, NC

Average rainfall in May - Linville, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Linville, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Linville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Linville, NC

Average snowfall in May - Linville, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Linville, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Linville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Linville, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Linville, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Linville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in May
Linville, NC

Average UV index in May - Linville, 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
Linville, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Linville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Linville, NC

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

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

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