May weather forecast
Merritt, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Merritt, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 77.7°F (25.4°C).

Temperature

May marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's pleasant 69.8°F (21°C) to a warm 77.7°F (25.4°C). In Merritt, in May, the average low-temperature is a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C).

Humidity

In Merritt, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Merritt, during May, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 39.61" (1006mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Merritt, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Merritt in May has an average high-temperature of 77.7°F (25.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Merritt, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Merritt, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Merritt, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Merritt have in May?

In Merritt, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Merritt, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Merritt, NC

Average temperature in May - Merritt, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Merritt, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Merritt, NC

Average wind speed in May - Merritt, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Merritt, NC

Average humidity in May - Merritt, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Merritt, NC

Average rainfall in May - Merritt, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in May
Merritt, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Merritt, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Merritt, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Merritt, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Merritt, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Merritt, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Merritt, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Merritt, NC

Average UV index in May - Merritt, 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
Merritt, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Merritt, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

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

Average visibility in May
Merritt, NC

Average visibility in May - Merritt, 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).

Merritt, North Carolina, USA

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