May weather forecast
Nims, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Nims, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and an average low of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

Nims's transition into May is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C). Throughout May, Nims records an average temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nims, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.8 rainfall days, and 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Nims is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. 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. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Nims, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Nims?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nims have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Nims?

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

Average temperature in May - Nims, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.3°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 (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Nims, NC

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

Average wind speed in May
Nims, NC

Average wind speed in May - Nims, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Nims, NC

Average humidity in May - Nims, 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 and July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Nims, NC

Average rainfall in May - Nims, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Nims, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Nims, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Nims, NC

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

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

Average snowfall days in May
Nims, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nims, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nims, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Nims, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Nims, NC

Average UV index in May - Nims, 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
Nims, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Nims, NC

Average visibility in May - Nims, 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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