May weather forecast
Oak City, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Oak City, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and an average high of 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

Oak City's May weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from April's agreeable 70°F (21.1°C) to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). Oak City's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Oak City, in May, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oak City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.6 days and collects up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Oak City is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Oak City, records 77.5°F (25.3°C), while the low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Oak City.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Oak City, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Oak City, in May, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Oak City, snow does not fall in March through November.

How many hours of daylight does Oak City have in May?

In Oak City, the average day length in May is 14h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oak City have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Oak City, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Oak City, NC

Average wind speed in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Oak City, NC

Average humidity in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Oak City, NC

Average rainfall in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and October (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Oak City, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Oak City, NC

Average snowfall in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Oak City, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Oak City, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oak City, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oak City, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Oak City, NC

Average UV index in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Oak City, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Oak City, NC

Average visibility in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (5mi).

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