May weather forecast
Metcalf, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Metcalf, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.8°F (13.8°C) and an average high of 77.9°F (25.5°C).

Temperature

May introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C) to a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C). In the month of May, Metcalf records a consistent average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Metcalf, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Metcalf, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Metcalf, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Metcalf. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Metcalf, the average high-temperature is 77.9°F (25.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Metcalf, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Metcalf, North Carolina, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Metcalf have in May?

In Metcalf, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Metcalf, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Metcalf, NC

Average pressure in May - Metcalf, 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
Metcalf, NC

Average wind speed in May - Metcalf, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Metcalf, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Metcalf, NC

Average rainfall in May - Metcalf, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Metcalf, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Metcalf, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Metcalf, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Metcalf, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Metcalf, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Metcalf, 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 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
Metcalf, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Metcalf, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Metcalf, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Metcalf, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Metcalf, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Metcalf, NC

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

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

Metcalf, North Carolina, USA

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