May weather forecast
Pinehurst, NC

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Weather in May

May in Pinehurst is a sun-dappled affair, a time of pleasant warmth and radiant sunshine. Recording a marked increase from April, temperatures tend to linger around a peak of 79.3°F (26.3°C), heralding the onset of summer. May witnesses the city transitioning from the vivacity of spring to the languid serenity of summer. It carries the last whispers of spring while foreshadowing the exciting arrival of summer's warmth.

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May in Pinehurst, transitioning from an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) in April to a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C). Pinehurst, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Pinehurst, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May in Pinehurst, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

In Pinehurst, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Pinehurst, is 79.3°F (26.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 60.8°F (16°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Pinehurst, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Pinehurst have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pinehurst have in May?

In Pinehurst, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Pinehurst, NC

Average pressure in May - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pinehurst, NC

Average wind speed in May - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Pinehurst, NC

Average humidity in May - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Pinehurst, NC

Average rainfall in May - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Pinehurst, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pinehurst, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pinehurst, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Pinehurst, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pinehurst, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Pinehurst, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Pinehurst, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Pinehurst, NC

Average visibility in May - Pinehurst, 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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