May weather forecast
Montreat, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Montreat, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 73.4°F (23°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature in Montreat dips to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Montreat, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Montreat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.4 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Montreat is 9.8h.

UV index

In Montreat, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Montreat?

In Montreat, in May, the average high-temperature is 73.4°F (23°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Montreat?

The months with the highest humidity in Montreat, North Carolina, are May and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Montreat?

In May, the average relative humidity in Montreat, North Carolina, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Montreat in May?

In Montreat, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Montreat?

In Montreat, North Carolina, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Montreat in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Montreat have in May?

In May, the average day length in Montreat, North Carolina, is 14h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Montreat?

On the first day of May in Montreat, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Montreat have in May?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Montreat?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Montreat, North Carolina, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Montreat, NC

Average temperature in May - Montreat, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Montreat, NC

Average pressure in May - Montreat, 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
Montreat, NC

Average wind speed in May - Montreat, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Montreat, NC

Average humidity in May - Montreat, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Montreat, NC

Average rainfall in May - Montreat, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Montreat, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Montreat, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Montreat, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Montreat, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Montreat, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Montreat, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Montreat, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Montreat, NC

Average UV index in May - Montreat, 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
Montreat, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Montreat, NC

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

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

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