May weather forecast
Old Fort, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Old Fort, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 73.4°F (23°C).

Temperature

Old Fort's transition into May brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C) in April to a warm 73.4°F (23°C). Old Fort, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

May and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Old Fort.

Rainfall

In Old Fort, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Old Fort, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.4 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Old Fort, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Old Fort, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, in Old Fort, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Old Fort, North Carolina, is 9.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Old Fort is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Old Fort?

Old Fort in May has an average high-temperature of 73.4°F (23°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Old Fort?

May and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Old Fort, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in May in Old Fort?

In Old Fort, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Old Fort in May?

In Old Fort, North Carolina, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Old Fort?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Old Fort in May?

In May, in Old Fort, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Old Fort?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Old Fort?

On the first day of May in Old Fort, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Old Fort?

In Old Fort, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Old Fort?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Old Fort is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Old Fort, NC

Average temperature in May - Old Fort, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Old Fort, NC

Average pressure in May - Old Fort, 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
Old Fort, NC

Average wind speed in May - Old Fort, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Old Fort, NC

Average humidity in May - Old Fort, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Old Fort, NC

Average rainfall in May - Old Fort, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Old Fort, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Old Fort, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Old Fort, NC

Average snowfall in May - Old Fort, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Old Fort, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Old Fort, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Old Fort, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Old Fort, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Old Fort, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Old Fort, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Old Fort, NC

Average UV index in May - Old Fort, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Old Fort, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Old Fort, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Old Fort, NC

Average visibility in May - Old Fort, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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