May weather forecast
Northlakes, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Northlakes, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 77°F (25°C) and an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

May showcases a minor temperature ascent, adjusting from April's agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) to a moderately hot 77°F (25°C). Northlakes experiences a consistent average temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Northlakes, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. In Northlakes, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.1 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Northlakes, is 77°F (25°C) and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

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 May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Northlakes, in May, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Northlakes?

April through October are months without snowfall in Northlakes, North Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Northlakes have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Northlakes have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Northlakes is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Northlakes, NC

Average temperature in May - Northlakes, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Northlakes, NC

Average pressure in May - Northlakes, 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
Northlakes, NC

Average wind speed in May - Northlakes, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Northlakes, NC

Average humidity in May - Northlakes, 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
Northlakes, NC

Average rainfall in May - Northlakes, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Northlakes, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Northlakes, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Northlakes, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Northlakes, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Northlakes, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Northlakes, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Northlakes, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Northlakes, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Northlakes, NC

Average UV index in May - Northlakes, 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
Northlakes, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Northlakes, 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
Northlakes, NC

Average visibility in May - Northlakes, 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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