Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). An average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is observed during the May nights.Humidity
May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In North Wilkesboro, during May, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in North Wilkesboro. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, North Wilkesboro aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 8.11" (206mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In North Wilkesboro, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
North Wilkesboro, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in May
North Wilkesboro, 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
North Wilkesboro, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in May
North Wilkesboro, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in May
North Wilkesboro, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
North Wilkesboro, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
North Wilkesboro, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
North Wilkesboro, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North Wilkesboro, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
North Wilkesboro, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in May
North Wilkesboro, 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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
North Wilkesboro, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
North Wilkesboro, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and December (5mi).
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