May weather forecast
Monroe, NC

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Weather in May

May brings about the closing of spring and the advent of summer in Monroe. With consistently warm temperatures, both during the day and night, the city becomes an excellent spot for various summertime activities. Days become significantly longer, offering ample opportunity for fun and relaxation under the sun. The rise in temperatures is offset by frequent showers, ensuring a constant water supply for the blossoming trees. Cloud cover remains consistent, providing the perfect balance of sunshine and shade.

Temperature

May's onset in Monroe brings a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) in April to a warm 79°F (26.1°C). Monroe records an average nighttime low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) throughout May.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months in Monroe.

Rainfall

In Monroe, in May, during 13.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Monroe, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Monroe is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Monroe, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Monroe, North Carolina, is 9.6h.

UV index

In Monroe, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Monroe in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Monroe, is 79°F (26.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 60.8°F (16°C).

What is the most humid month in Monroe?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months in Monroe, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in May in Monroe?

In Monroe, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in Monroe in May?

In Monroe, in May, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Monroe?

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

How many hours of daylight does Monroe have in May?

The average day length in May in Monroe is 14h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Monroe?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Monroe?

In Monroe, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Monroe?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Monroe, North Carolina, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Monroe, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Monroe, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Monroe, NC

Average wind speed in May - Monroe, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Monroe, NC

Average humidity in May - Monroe, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Monroe, NC

Average rainfall in May - Monroe, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Monroe, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Monroe, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Monroe, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Monroe, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Monroe, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Monroe, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Monroe, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Monroe, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Monroe, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Monroe, NC

Average visibility in May - Monroe, 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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