May weather forecast
Paint Rock, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Paint Rock, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and an average low of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

As Paint Rock transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). A dramatic downturn marks the May nights, with lows averaging at a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

In Paint Rock, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Paint Rock, during May, the rain falls for 19.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Paint Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.6 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Paint Rock, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Paint Rock, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Paint Rock, records 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Paint Rock, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 19.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Paint Rock have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Paint Rock, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

What is the month with 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 Paint Rock, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in May
Paint Rock, NC

Average temperature in May - Paint Rock, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Paint Rock, NC

Average pressure in May - Paint Rock, 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
Paint Rock, NC

Average wind speed in May - Paint Rock, 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 (3.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Paint Rock, NC

Average humidity in May - Paint Rock, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Paint Rock, NC

Average rainfall in May - Paint Rock, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Paint Rock, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Paint Rock, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Paint Rock, NC

Average snowfall in May - Paint Rock, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Paint Rock, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Paint Rock, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Paint Rock, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paint Rock, 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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Paint Rock, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Paint Rock, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Paint Rock, NC

Average UV index in May - Paint Rock, 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
Paint Rock, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Paint Rock, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Paint Rock, NC

Average visibility in May - Paint Rock, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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