May weather forecast
Mountain Home, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Mountain Home, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75°F (23.9°C) and an average low of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

May witnesses a subtle temperature ascent, adjusting from an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). During the month of May, the temperature falls to an average of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Mountain Home, North Carolina, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.9 rainfall days, and 35" (889mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Mountain Home, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mountain Home, North Carolina, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Mountain Home, 75°F (23.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 53.4°F (11.9°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What are the most humid months?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Mountain Home, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Mountain Home, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Mountain Home, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountain Home have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mountain Home, NC

Average temperature in May - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Mountain Home, NC

Average pressure in May - Mountain Home, 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
Mountain Home, NC

Average wind speed in May - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Mountain Home, NC

Average humidity in May - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Mountain Home, NC

Average rainfall in May - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Mountain Home, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mountain Home, NC

Average snowfall in May - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mountain Home, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mountain Home, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mountain Home, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mountain Home, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Mountain Home, NC

Average UV index in May - Mountain Home, 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
Mountain Home, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Mountain Home, NC

Average visibility in May - Mountain Home, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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