May weather forecast
Newton, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Newton, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 77.5°F (25.3°C) and an average low of 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

The start of May is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C) in April to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). The average temperature drops to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) during the night in the month of May.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Newton.

Rainfall

In Newton, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165 rainfall days, and 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Newton, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Newton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Newton in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Newton, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Newton have in May?

In Newton, the average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Newton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Newton?

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

Average temperature in May - Newton, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Newton, NC

Average pressure in May - Newton, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Newton, NC

Average wind speed in May - Newton, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Newton, NC

Average humidity in May - Newton, 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
Newton, NC

Average rainfall in May - Newton, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Newton, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Newton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Newton, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Newton, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Newton, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Newton, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Newton, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Newton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Newton, NC

Average UV index in May - Newton, 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
Newton, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Newton, NC

Average visibility in May - Newton, 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).

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