May weather forecast
Murphy, NC

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Weather in May

May in Murphy, North Carolina is a remarkably pleasant month, demonstrating full-blown spring conditions. The distinctive shift towards warmer temperatures is accompanied by an increased duration of sunlight exposure. A welcomed change is the increase in average high temperature, living up to a comfortable 74.3°F (23.5°C). The month remains consistent with rainfall but offers fewer rainy days than April does. As spring progresses, May signals the near arrival of summer.

Temperature

May signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). Murphy in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Murphy, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Murphy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Murphy, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Murphy in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Murphy, is 74.3°F (23.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Murphy is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Murphy, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Murphy, snow does not fall in May through September.

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 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Murphy?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Murphy, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Murphy, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Murphy, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Murphy, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Murphy, NC

Average rainfall in May - Murphy, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in May
Murphy, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Murphy, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Murphy, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Murphy, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Murphy, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Murphy, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Murphy, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Murphy, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Murphy, NC

Average UV index in May - Murphy, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Murphy, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Murphy, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Murphy, NC

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

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

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