May weather forecast
Palmyra, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Palmyra, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 77.4°F (25.2°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

Palmyra observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) in April to a warm 77.4°F (25.2°C). An average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) marks the month of May in Palmyra.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Palmyra, North Carolina, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Palmyra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Palmyra, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Palmyra is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Palmyra are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Palmyra in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Palmyra, is 77.4°F (25.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Palmyra?

The months with the highest humidity are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Palmyra?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Palmyra?

In May, in Palmyra, North Carolina, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Palmyra?

In Palmyra, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in May in Palmyra?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Palmyra?

On the first day of May in Palmyra, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Palmyra have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Palmyra is 9.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Palmyra?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Palmyra?

In Palmyra, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Palmyra, NC

Average temperature in May - Palmyra, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Palmyra, NC

Average pressure in May - Palmyra, 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
Palmyra, NC

Average wind speed in May - Palmyra, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Palmyra, NC

Average humidity in May - Palmyra, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

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

Average rainfall in May
Palmyra, NC

Average rainfall in May - Palmyra, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Palmyra, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Palmyra, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Palmyra, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Palmyra, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Palmyra, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palmyra, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Palmyra, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Palmyra, NC

Average UV index in May - Palmyra, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Palmyra, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Palmyra, 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 31).

Average visibility in May
Palmyra, NC

Average visibility in May - Palmyra, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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